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 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 73,303 miles on the clock, averaging 4,071 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for LR59 RTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,303 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,093 |
| Average per year | 4,071 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LR59 RTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About LR59 RTU
What car is LR59 RTU?
LR59 RTU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2009.
What is the mileage of LR59 RTU?
The last recorded mileage for LR59 RTU was 73,303 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR59 RTU passed its MOT?
LR59 RTU has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is LR59 RTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR59 RTU 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 LR59 RTU?
LR59 RTU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.