Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SD59 VBU

2009 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 123,268 miles on the clock, averaging 6,476 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for SD59 VBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,268
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2012
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,476

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,268 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,224
Average per year6,476
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD59 VBU 46k65k84k104k123k '12'24'18

Check SD59 VBU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,268 miles
Since last MOT+21,224 miles
PASS
Mileage102,044 miles
Since last MOT+5,935 miles
PASS
Mileage96,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,109 miles
Since last MOT+9,589 miles
PASS
Mileage86,520 miles
Since last MOT+2,632 miles
PASS
Mileage83,888 miles
Since last MOT+1,368 miles
PASS
Mileage82,520 miles
Since last MOT+3,469 miles
PASS
Mileage79,051 miles
Since last MOT+5,070 miles
PASS
Mileage73,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,981 miles
Since last MOT+3,754 miles
PASS
Mileage70,227 miles
Since last MOT+5,150 miles
PASS
Mileage65,077 miles
Since last MOT+6,670 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,407 miles
Since last MOT+6,493 miles
PASS
Mileage51,914 miles
Since last MOT+6,359 miles
PASS
Mileage45,555 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 VBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

More SD59 V plates

Browse all SD59 V registrations from Glasgow.

About SD59 VBU

What car is SD59 VBU?

SD59 VBU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SD59 VBU?

The last recorded mileage for SD59 VBU was 123,268 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD59 VBU passed its MOT?

SD59 VBU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2024.

Is SD59 VBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD59 VBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SD59 VBU?

SD59 VBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.