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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 155,632 miles on the clock, averaging 10,427 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 YG09 VRP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,632 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 VRP |
| 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 VRP
What car is YG09 VRP?
YG09 VRP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YG09 VRP?
The last recorded mileage for YG09 VRP was 155,632 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YG09 VRP passed its MOT?
YG09 VRP has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2022.
Is YG09 VRP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG09 VRP 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 VRP?
YG09 VRP is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.