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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 135,830 miles on the clock, averaging 8,466 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SY09 YGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,830 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,359 |
| Average per year | 8,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY09 YGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SY09 YGU
What car is SY09 YGU?
SY09 YGU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 YGU?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 YGU was 135,830 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 YGU passed its MOT?
SY09 YGU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is SY09 YGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 YGU 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 YGU?
SY09 YGU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.