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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 209,507 miles on the clock, averaging 19,185 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 YR09 SWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,507 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,637 |
| Average per year | 19,185 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | YR09 SWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YR09 SWN
What car is YR09 SWN?
YR09 SWN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.
What is the mileage of YR09 SWN?
The last recorded mileage for YR09 SWN was 209,507 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR09 SWN passed its MOT?
YR09 SWN has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jun 2015.
Is YR09 SWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR09 SWN 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 YR09 SWN?
YR09 SWN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.