Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 134,400 miles on the clock, averaging 8,255 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 YG09 DRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,045 |
| Average per year | 8,255 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YG09 DRV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YG — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YG09 DRV
What car is YG09 DRV?
YG09 DRV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YG09 DRV?
The last recorded mileage for YG09 DRV was 134,400 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YG09 DRV passed its MOT?
YG09 DRV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2025.
Is YG09 DRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG09 DRV 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 YG09 DRV?
YG09 DRV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.