2009 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · GL59 VAV
2009 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 133,563 miles. MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,563 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL59 VAV Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2026
- 133,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL59 VAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volkswagen Golf (GL59 VAV) between April 2013 and August 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 14 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (19 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
GL59 VAV Mileage History
- 02/04/201323,398 mi
- 28/03/201435,682 mi+12,284 mi
- 24/09/201440,245 mi+4,563 mi
- 17/09/201548,280 mi+8,035 mi
- 18/09/201548,311 mi+31 mi
- 13/09/201657,023 mi+8,712 mi
- 15/09/201768,634 mi+11,611 mi
- 15/09/201768,634 mi
- 24/04/201874,487 mi+5,853 mi
- 25/04/201980,323 mi+5,836 mi
- 15/08/202087,881 mi+7,558 mi
- 06/08/202193,045 mi+5,164 mi
- 07/08/202193,049 mi+4 mi
- 03/08/202298,011 mi+4,962 mi
- 11/08/2023105,089 mi+7,078 mi
- 09/08/2024114,333 mi+9,244 mi
- 08/08/2025125,489 mi+11,156 mi
- 11/08/2025125,489 mi
- 13/08/2026133,563 mi+8,074 mi
- 14/08/2026133,563 mi
Average of roughly 8,242 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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