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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 127,104 miles on the clock, averaging 4,795 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 RO09 EPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 127,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 91 |
| Average per year | 4,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RO09 EPD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RO09 EPD
What car is RO09 EPD?
RO09 EPD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO09 EPD?
The last recorded mileage for RO09 EPD was 127,104 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO09 EPD passed its MOT?
RO09 EPD has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2024.
Is RO09 EPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO09 EPD 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 RO09 EPD?
RO09 EPD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.