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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 118,318 miles on the clock, averaging 8,072 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SH59 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,318 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,558 |
| Average per year | 8,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH59 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SH59 GCU
What car is SH59 GCU?
SH59 GCU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SH59 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for SH59 GCU was 118,318 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH59 GCU passed its MOT?
SH59 GCU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is SH59 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH59 GCU 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 SH59 GCU?
SH59 GCU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.