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 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 135,424 miles on the clock, averaging 8,294 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GY59 YLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,294 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY59 YLS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 YLS
What car is GY59 YLS?
GY59 YLS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GY59 YLS?
The last recorded mileage for GY59 YLS was 135,424 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY59 YLS passed its MOT?
GY59 YLS has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is GY59 YLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY59 YLS 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 GY59 YLS?
GY59 YLS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.