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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 105,003 miles on the clock, averaging 7,133 miles per year, below 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 SA09 VZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,003 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 163 |
| Average per year | 7,133 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SA09 VZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SA09 VZU
What car is SA09 VZU?
SA09 VZU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SA09 VZU?
The last recorded mileage for SA09 VZU was 105,003 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA09 VZU passed its MOT?
SA09 VZU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2024.
Is SA09 VZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA09 VZU 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 SA09 VZU?
SA09 VZU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.