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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 109,246 miles on the clock, averaging 2,092 miles per year, well below 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 RK09 CLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,246 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,092 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | RK09 CLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 CLU
What car is RK09 CLU?
RK09 CLU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 CLU?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 CLU was 109,246 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 CLU passed its MOT?
RK09 CLU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Aug 2014.
Is RK09 CLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 CLU 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 RK09 CLU?
RK09 CLU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.