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 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 185,513 miles on the clock, averaging 10,293 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for KP59 EXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,513 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KP59 EXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About KP59 EXR
What car is KP59 EXR?
KP59 EXR is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2009.
What is the mileage of KP59 EXR?
The last recorded mileage for KP59 EXR was 185,513 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP59 EXR passed its MOT?
KP59 EXR has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2025.
Is KP59 EXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP59 EXR 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 KP59 EXR?
KP59 EXR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.