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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 138,790 miles on the clock, averaging 35,074 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 WR09 YEB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,229 |
| Average per year | 35,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | WR09 YEB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About WR09 YEB
What car is WR09 YEB?
WR09 YEB is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2009.
What is the mileage of WR09 YEB?
The last recorded mileage for WR09 YEB was 138,790 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR09 YEB passed its MOT?
WR09 YEB has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2014.
Is WR09 YEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR09 YEB 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 WR09 YEB?
WR09 YEB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.