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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 124,360 miles on the clock, averaging 7,724 miles per year, around 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 RTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,932 |
| Average per year | 7,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 RTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 RTU
What car is RO59 RTU?
RO59 RTU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 RTU?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 RTU was 124,360 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 RTU passed its MOT?
RO59 RTU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is RO59 RTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 RTU 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 RTU?
RO59 RTU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.