Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 161,619 miles on the clock, averaging 9,680 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GK59 YPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39 |
| Average per year | 9,680 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK59 YPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GK59 YPY
What car is GK59 YPY?
GK59 YPY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK59 YPY?
The last recorded mileage for GK59 YPY was 161,619 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK59 YPY passed its MOT?
GK59 YPY has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2025.
Is GK59 YPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK59 YPY is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GK59 YPY?
GK59 YPY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.