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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 158,801 miles on the clock, averaging 12,960 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 SL09 WLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,433 |
| Average per year | 12,960 |
| 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 | SL09 WLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SL09 WLC
What car is SL09 WLC?
SL09 WLC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL09 WLC?
The last recorded mileage for SL09 WLC was 158,801 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL09 WLC passed its MOT?
SL09 WLC has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2021.
Is SL09 WLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL09 WLC 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 SL09 WLC?
SL09 WLC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.