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 184,431 miles on the clock, averaging 11,459 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 NJ09 VRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NJ09 VRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About NJ09 VRL
What car is NJ09 VRL?
NJ09 VRL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2009.
What is the mileage of NJ09 VRL?
The last recorded mileage for NJ09 VRL was 184,431 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ09 VRL passed its MOT?
NJ09 VRL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2025.
Is NJ09 VRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ09 VRL 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 NJ09 VRL?
NJ09 VRL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.