2009 Volkswagen Golf S TDI 2.0L Heavy oil · SP59 MLU
2009 Volkswagen Golf S TDI (2.0L, heavy oil). First registered 10 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 115,497 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF S TDI
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,497 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- HEAVY OIL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP59 MLU Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 115,497 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP59 MLU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volkswagen Golf S Tdi (SP59 MLU) between September 2012 and April 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)”.
SP59 MLU Mileage History
- 06/09/201237,146 mi
- 06/09/201237,146 mi
- 03/03/201453,149 mi+16,003 mi
- 26/02/201563,428 mi+10,279 mi
- 01/03/201670,225 mi+6,797 mi
- 03/03/201776,114 mi+5,889 mi
- 15/02/201881,561 mi+5,447 mi
- 02/04/201986,962 mi+5,401 mi
- 28/03/202195,537 mi+8,575 mi
- 16/03/202299,377 mi+3,840 mi
- 15/03/2023103,069 mi+3,692 mi
- 26/03/2024107,391 mi+4,322 mi
- 29/03/2025111,298 mi+3,907 mi
- 01/04/2026115,497 mi+4,199 mi
Average of roughly 5,775 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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