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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 250,075 miles on the clock, averaging 20,926 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 RE09 BYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 250,075 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,815 |
| Average per year | 20,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RE09 BYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RE09 BYL
What car is RE09 BYL?
RE09 BYL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE09 BYL?
The last recorded mileage for RE09 BYL was 250,075 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE09 BYL passed its MOT?
RE09 BYL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2022.
Is RE09 BYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE09 BYL 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 RE09 BYL?
RE09 BYL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.