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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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 130,074 miles on the clock, averaging 7,917 miles per year, around 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 PY59 FMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,917 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | PY59 FMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About PY59 FMU
What car is PY59 FMU?
PY59 FMU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2009.
What is the mileage of PY59 FMU?
The last recorded mileage for PY59 FMU was 130,074 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY59 FMU passed its MOT?
PY59 FMU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is PY59 FMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY59 FMU 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 PY59 FMU?
PY59 FMU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.