2009 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · WF09 RXR
2009 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 97,316 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,316 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
WF09 RXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
- 97,316 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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WF09 RXR Mileage History
- 25/07/202481,619 mi
- 25/07/202481,619 mi
- 15/08/202593,064 mi+11,445 mi
- 15/08/202593,064 mi
- 18/08/202697,316 mi+4,252 mi
Average of roughly 7,604 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF09 RXR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volkswagen Golf (WF09 RXR) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 August 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: Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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 Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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