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 1984cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 96,721 miles on the clock, averaging 5,146 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RE09 XBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,721 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,273 |
| Average per year | 5,146 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RE09 XBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RE09 XBW
What car is RE09 XBW?
RE09 XBW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE09 XBW?
The last recorded mileage for RE09 XBW was 96,721 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE09 XBW passed its MOT?
RE09 XBW has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Aug 2025.
Is RE09 XBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE09 XBW 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 RE09 XBW?
RE09 XBW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.