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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 178,163 miles on the clock, averaging 10,926 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 KS59 UCP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,364 |
| Average per year | 10,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KS59 UCP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About KS59 UCP
What car is KS59 UCP?
KS59 UCP is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2009.
What is the mileage of KS59 UCP?
The last recorded mileage for KS59 UCP was 178,163 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS59 UCP passed its MOT?
KS59 UCP has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2024.
Is KS59 UCP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS59 UCP 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 KS59 UCP?
KS59 UCP is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.