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 1600cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 148,784 miles on the clock, averaging 8,364 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU59 YMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU59 YMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GU59 YMV
What car is GU59 YMV?
GU59 YMV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GU59 YMV?
The last recorded mileage for GU59 YMV was 148,784 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU59 YMV passed its MOT?
GU59 YMV has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Jan 2026.
Is GU59 YMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU59 YMV 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 GU59 YMV?
GU59 YMV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.