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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 112,916 miles on the clock, averaging 11,241 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for BS59 SAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 112,916 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,480 |
| Average per year | 11,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BS59 SAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BS — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BS59 SAM
What car is BS59 SAM?
BS59 SAM is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2015.
What is the mileage of BS59 SAM?
The last recorded mileage for BS59 SAM was 112,916 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BS59 SAM passed its MOT?
BS59 SAM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Dec 2025.
Is BS59 SAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BS59 SAM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BS59 SAM?
BS59 SAM is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.