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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 111,787 miles on the clock, averaging 6,683 miles per year, below 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 YP09 GXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YP09 GXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YP09 GXX
What car is YP09 GXX?
YP09 GXX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.
What is the mileage of YP09 GXX?
The last recorded mileage for YP09 GXX was 111,787 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP09 GXX passed its MOT?
YP09 GXX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2023.
Is YP09 GXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP09 GXX 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 YP09 GXX?
YP09 GXX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.