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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 181,713 miles on the clock, averaging 10,623 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 UUN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,713 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,003 |
| Average per year | 10,623 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
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 UUN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UUN
What car is RK09 UUN?
RK09 UUN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 UUN?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 UUN was 181,713 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 UUN passed its MOT?
RK09 UUN has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2023.
Is RK09 UUN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 UUN 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 UUN?
RK09 UUN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.