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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 85,521 miles on the clock, averaging 5,104 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 VN09 XVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,104 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | VN09 XVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About VN09 XVW
What car is VN09 XVW?
VN09 XVW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2009.
What is the mileage of VN09 XVW?
The last recorded mileage for VN09 XVW was 85,521 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN09 XVW passed its MOT?
VN09 XVW has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is VN09 XVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN09 XVW 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 VN09 XVW?
VN09 XVW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.