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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 170,055 miles on the clock, averaging 10,923 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 LS59 GLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,055 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,023 |
| Average per year | 10,923 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LS59 GLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About LS59 GLJ
What car is LS59 GLJ?
LS59 GLJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2009.
What is the mileage of LS59 GLJ?
The last recorded mileage for LS59 GLJ was 170,055 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS59 GLJ passed its MOT?
LS59 GLJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2023.
Is LS59 GLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS59 GLJ 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 LS59 GLJ?
LS59 GLJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.