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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 140,755 miles on the clock, averaging 9,311 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SH59 VSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,755 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,311 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH59 VSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VSE
What car is SH59 VSE?
SH59 VSE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SH59 VSE?
The last recorded mileage for SH59 VSE was 140,755 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH59 VSE passed its MOT?
SH59 VSE has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2025.
Is SH59 VSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH59 VSE 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 VSE?
SH59 VSE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.