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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 87,718 miles on the clock, averaging 5,678 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SA59 YDY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,678 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA59 YDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SA59 YDY
What car is SA59 YDY?
SA59 YDY is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SA59 YDY?
The last recorded mileage for SA59 YDY was 87,718 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA59 YDY passed its MOT?
SA59 YDY has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2025.
Is SA59 YDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA59 YDY is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SA59 YDY?
SA59 YDY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.