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 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 186,795 miles on the clock, averaging 14,687 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 SY09 EEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,795 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,687 |
| 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 | SY09 EEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SY09 EEF
What car is SY09 EEF?
SY09 EEF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 EEF?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 EEF was 186,795 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 EEF passed its MOT?
SY09 EEF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2023.
Is SY09 EEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 EEF 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 SY09 EEF?
SY09 EEF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.