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 1600cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 169,265 miles on the clock, averaging 9,442 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RO59 LYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,441 |
| Average per year | 9,442 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO59 LYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RO59 LYW
What car is RO59 LYW?
RO59 LYW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 LYW?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 LYW was 169,265 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 LYW passed its MOT?
RO59 LYW has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is RO59 LYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 LYW 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 LYW?
RO59 LYW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.