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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 110,067 miles on the clock, averaging 11,796 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 YS59 GMG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,480 |
| Average per year | 11,796 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | YS59 GMG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About YS59 GMG
What car is YS59 GMG?
YS59 GMG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.
What is the mileage of YS59 GMG?
The last recorded mileage for YS59 GMG was 110,067 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS59 GMG passed its MOT?
YS59 GMG has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Dec 2018.
Is YS59 GMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS59 GMG 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 YS59 GMG?
YS59 GMG is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.