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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 180,065 miles on the clock, averaging 10,034 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 PE09 LMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,802 |
| Average per year | 10,034 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PE09 LMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About PE09 LMU
What car is PE09 LMU?
PE09 LMU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.
What is the mileage of PE09 LMU?
The last recorded mileage for PE09 LMU was 180,065 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE09 LMU passed its MOT?
PE09 LMU has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Oct 2025.
Is PE09 LMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE09 LMU 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 PE09 LMU?
PE09 LMU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.