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 2000cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 166,830 miles on the clock, averaging 10,154 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 YRC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,830 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,717 |
| Average per year | 10,154 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 YRC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 YRC
What car is GK59 YRC?
GK59 YRC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK59 YRC?
The last recorded mileage for GK59 YRC was 166,830 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK59 YRC passed its MOT?
GK59 YRC has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is GK59 YRC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK59 YRC 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 YRC?
GK59 YRC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.