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 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 262,019 miles on the clock, averaging 14,425 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 SK09 XVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 262,019 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,425 |
| 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 | SK09 XVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SK09 XVT
What car is SK09 XVT?
SK09 XVT is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SK09 XVT?
The last recorded mileage for SK09 XVT was 262,019 miles, recorded on 8 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK09 XVT passed its MOT?
SK09 XVT has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2024.
Is SK09 XVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK09 XVT 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 SK09 XVT?
SK09 XVT is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.