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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 184,521 miles on the clock, averaging 11,169 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 RK09 SUH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,369 |
| Average per year | 11,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 SUH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 SUH
What car is RK09 SUH?
RK09 SUH is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 SUH?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 SUH was 184,521 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 SUH passed its MOT?
RK09 SUH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2026.
Is RK09 SUH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 SUH 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 SUH?
RK09 SUH is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.