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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 122,336 miles on the clock, averaging 10,336 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 YF09 GSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 10,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YF09 GSY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YF09 GSY
What car is YF09 GSY?
YF09 GSY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YF09 GSY?
The last recorded mileage for YF09 GSY was 122,336 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF09 GSY passed its MOT?
YF09 GSY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2022.
Is YF09 GSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF09 GSY 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 YF09 GSY?
YF09 GSY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.