BN59 GCU

2009 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2009
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
2000 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
23 June 2026 (8 days away)
Last recorded mileage
72,387 mi

AI verdict AVOID 38/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Volkswagen has 18 MOT tests on record with a 72% pass rate and 72,387 miles. While mileage is consistent, the pattern of neglect and unresolved issues makes this vehicle a high-risk purchase.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 9,286 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, but the vehicle has accumulated significant mileage over its 17-year lifespan.

Things to check

  • Jun 2025: DANGEROUS tyre defect (exposed ply/cords) indicates severe neglect.
  • Jun 2025: DANGEROUS engine MIL inoperative or malfunction signals a critical safety fault.
  • May 2024: Major failure for emissions and engine oil, with recurring advisories, points to systemic neglect.
  • Recurring suspension and brake advisories across multiple tests (e.g., Mar 2020, Mar 2021, Mar 2022) suggest chronic wear.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent mileage trajectory over 17 years, averaging 9,286 miles/year.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering.
  • Valid MOT until June 2026, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) for a 2009 model is a positive.

Mileage history

Nov 2012: 72,387 mi PASSNov 2012: 72,387 mi FAILJan 2014: 82,532 mi PASSJan 2015: 94,082 mi FAILJan 2015: 94,177 mi PASSJan 2016: 105,225 mi PASSMar 2017: 115,451 mi PASSMar 2018: 118,947 mi FAILMar 2018: 118,947 mi PASSMar 2019: 122,585 mi PASSMar 2020: 126,058 mi PASSMar 2021: 128,507 mi PASSMar 2022: 132,534 mi PASSApr 2023: 140,026 mi PASSMay 2024: 146,677 mi FAILMay 2024: 146,677 mi PASSJun 2025: 152,112 mi FAILJun 2025: 153,112 mi PASS153k113k72kNov 2012Jun 2025

MOT test history — 13/18 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2012 PASS 72,387 mi
USER ENTERED Nail in offside rear tyre
Nov 2012 FAIL 72,387 mi
PRS Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
USER ENTERED Nail in offside rear tyre
Jan 2014 PASS 82,532 mi None recorded
Jan 2015 FAIL 94,082 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED coolant level low
Jan 2015 PASS 94,177 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Jan 2016 PASS 105,225 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
ADVISORY under-trays fitted
ADVISORY oil leak
Mar 2017 PASS 115,451 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges badley worne (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2018 FAIL 118,947 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Mar 2018 PASS 118,947 mi None recorded
Mar 2019 PASS 122,585 mi None recorded
Mar 2020 PASS 126,058 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & tyre cracking (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Mar 2021 PASS 128,507 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2022 PASS 132,534 mi None recorded
Apr 2023 PASS 140,026 mi
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
May 2024 FAIL 146,677 mi
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
PRS Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
May 2024 PASS 146,677 mi
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Jun 2025 FAIL 152,112 mi
MAJOR Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Jun 2025 PASS 153,112 mi
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BN59 GCU, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.