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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 156,486 miles on the clock, averaging 11,866 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RO59 OWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,925 |
| Average per year | 11,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO59 OWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RO59 OWU
What car is RO59 OWU?
RO59 OWU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 OWU?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 OWU was 156,486 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 OWU passed its MOT?
RO59 OWU has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2021.
Is RO59 OWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 OWU 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 OWU?
RO59 OWU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.