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 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 99,223 miles on the clock, averaging 9,453 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RE59 BWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,223 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,763 |
| Average per year | 9,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE59 BWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RE59 BWJ
What car is RE59 BWJ?
RE59 BWJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE59 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for RE59 BWJ was 99,223 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE59 BWJ passed its MOT?
RE59 BWJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Sep 2018.
Is RE59 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE59 BWJ 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 RE59 BWJ?
RE59 BWJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.