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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 88,146 miles on the clock, averaging 4,943 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GU59 YVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,146 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,299 |
| Average per year | 4,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU59 YVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 YVC
What car is GU59 YVC?
GU59 YVC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GU59 YVC?
The last recorded mileage for GU59 YVC was 88,146 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU59 YVC passed its MOT?
GU59 YVC has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is GU59 YVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU59 YVC 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 GU59 YVC?
GU59 YVC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.