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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 84,014 miles on the clock, averaging 4,687 miles per year, well below 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 GY09 GKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,687 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GY09 GKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GY09 GKU
What car is GY09 GKU?
GY09 GKU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GY09 GKU?
The last recorded mileage for GY09 GKU was 84,014 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY09 GKU passed its MOT?
GY09 GKU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.
Is GY09 GKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY09 GKU 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 GY09 GKU?
GY09 GKU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.