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 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 147,464 miles on the clock, averaging 8,528 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RO59 LYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,589 |
| Average per year | 8,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO59 LYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RO59 LYU
What car is RO59 LYU?
RO59 LYU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 LYU?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 LYU was 147,464 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 LYU passed its MOT?
RO59 LYU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2026.
Is RO59 LYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 LYU 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 RO59 LYU?
RO59 LYU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.