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 147,200 miles on the clock, averaging 7,867 miles per year, around 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 WV09 XJW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,160 |
| Average per year | 7,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | WV09 XJW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About WV09 XJW
What car is WV09 XJW?
WV09 XJW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2009.
What is the mileage of WV09 XJW?
The last recorded mileage for WV09 XJW was 147,200 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV09 XJW passed its MOT?
WV09 XJW has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2026.
Is WV09 XJW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV09 XJW 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 WV09 XJW?
WV09 XJW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.