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 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 120,000 miles on the clock, averaging 9,816 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 RO59 PVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RO59 PVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RO59 PVU
What car is RO59 PVU?
RO59 PVU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 PVU?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 PVU was 120,000 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 PVU passed its MOT?
RO59 PVU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2021.
Is RO59 PVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 PVU 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 PVU?
RO59 PVU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.