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 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 138,826 miles on the clock, averaging 8,947 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for LX09 RBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,826 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,320 |
| Average per year | 8,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX09 RBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About LX09 RBU
What car is LX09 RBU?
LX09 RBU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2009.
What is the mileage of LX09 RBU?
The last recorded mileage for LX09 RBU was 138,826 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX09 RBU passed its MOT?
LX09 RBU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2025.
Is LX09 RBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX09 RBU 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 LX09 RBU?
LX09 RBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.