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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 118,075 miles on the clock, averaging 6,838 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 SP09 YMW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,075 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,741 |
| Average per year | 6,838 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SP09 YMW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SP09 YMW
What car is SP09 YMW?
SP09 YMW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2009.
What is the mileage of SP09 YMW?
The last recorded mileage for SP09 YMW was 118,075 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP09 YMW passed its MOT?
SP09 YMW has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is SP09 YMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP09 YMW 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 SP09 YMW?
SP09 YMW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.