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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 234,937 miles on the clock, averaging 12,254 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 OU09 YKS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 234,937 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,808 |
| Average per year | 12,254 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | OU09 YKS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About OU09 YKS
What car is OU09 YKS?
OU09 YKS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2009.
What is the mileage of OU09 YKS?
The last recorded mileage for OU09 YKS was 234,937 miles, recorded on 31 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU09 YKS passed its MOT?
OU09 YKS has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2025.
Is OU09 YKS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU09 YKS 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 OU09 YKS?
OU09 YKS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.