Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 204,551 miles on the clock, averaging 7,306 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 WP09 CAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 204,551 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,286 |
| Average per year | 7,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | WP09 CAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About WP09 CAE
What car is WP09 CAE?
WP09 CAE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2009.
What is the mileage of WP09 CAE?
The last recorded mileage for WP09 CAE was 204,551 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP09 CAE passed its MOT?
WP09 CAE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is WP09 CAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP09 CAE 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 WP09 CAE?
WP09 CAE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.