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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 143,388 miles on the clock, averaging 6,971 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for GN09 UYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,388 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,530 |
| Average per year | 6,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GN09 UYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GN — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GN09 UYR
What car is GN09 UYR?
GN09 UYR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GN09 UYR?
The last recorded mileage for GN09 UYR was 143,388 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GN09 UYR passed its MOT?
GN09 UYR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2022.
Is GN09 UYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN09 UYR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GN09 UYR?
GN09 UYR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.