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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 136,559 miles on the clock, averaging 8,103 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 RWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,559 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,006 |
| Average per year | 8,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 RWN |
| 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 RWN
What car is RO59 RWN?
RO59 RWN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 RWN?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 RWN was 136,559 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 RWN passed its MOT?
RO59 RWN has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2021.
Is RO59 RWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 RWN 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 RWN?
RO59 RWN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.