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 Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 166,203 miles on the clock, averaging 10,037 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL59 LFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,203 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22 |
| Average per year | 10,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL59 LFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SL59 LFE
What car is SL59 LFE?
SL59 LFE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL59 LFE?
The last recorded mileage for SL59 LFE was 166,203 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL59 LFE passed its MOT?
SL59 LFE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2025.
Is SL59 LFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 LFE 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 SL59 LFE?
SL59 LFE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.