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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 146,672 miles on the clock, averaging 9,091 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SD59 DRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,672 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 9,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD59 DRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SD59 DRO
What car is SD59 DRO?
SD59 DRO is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SD59 DRO?
The last recorded mileage for SD59 DRO was 146,672 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD59 DRO passed its MOT?
SD59 DRO has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is SD59 DRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD59 DRO 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 SD59 DRO?
SD59 DRO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.