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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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 191,074 miles on the clock, averaging 16,763 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 RK59 YUG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,763 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 YUG |
| 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 YUG
What car is RK59 YUG?
RK59 YUG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK59 YUG?
The last recorded mileage for RK59 YUG was 191,074 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK59 YUG passed its MOT?
RK59 YUG has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.
Is RK59 YUG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK59 YUG 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 YUG?
RK59 YUG is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.