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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 153,102 miles on the clock, averaging 5,787 miles per year, 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 RK59 YUB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,102 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,791 |
| Average per year | 5,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RK59 YUB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RK59 YUB
What car is RK59 YUB?
RK59 YUB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK59 YUB?
The last recorded mileage for RK59 YUB was 153,102 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK59 YUB passed its MOT?
RK59 YUB has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Dec 2024.
Is RK59 YUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK59 YUB 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 RK59 YUB?
RK59 YUB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.