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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 114,675 miles on the clock, averaging 7,369 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GY59 BYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,675 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,813 |
| Average per year | 7,369 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY59 BYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GY59 BYW
What car is GY59 BYW?
GY59 BYW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GY59 BYW?
The last recorded mileage for GY59 BYW was 114,675 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY59 BYW passed its MOT?
GY59 BYW has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2024.
Is GY59 BYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY59 BYW 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 GY59 BYW?
GY59 BYW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.