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 1980cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 54,757 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RA09 MSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 54,757 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | RA09 MSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1980cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RA09 MSX
What car is RA09 MSX?
RA09 MSX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1980cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RA09 MSX?
The last recorded mileage for RA09 MSX was 54,757 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA09 MSX passed its MOT?
RA09 MSX has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is RA09 MSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA09 MSX 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 RA09 MSX?
RA09 MSX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.