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 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 140,723 miles on the clock, averaging 27,497 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 VSF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,723 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,815 |
| Average per year | 27,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 VSF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VSF
What car is RE09 VSF?
RE09 VSF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE09 VSF?
The last recorded mileage for RE09 VSF was 140,723 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE09 VSF passed its MOT?
RE09 VSF has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2014.
Is RE09 VSF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE09 VSF 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 VSF?
RE09 VSF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.