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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 105,343 miles on the clock, averaging 5,439 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL59 VFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 5,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL59 VFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VFA
What car is SL59 VFA?
SL59 VFA is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL59 VFA?
The last recorded mileage for SL59 VFA was 105,343 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL59 VFA passed its MOT?
SL59 VFA has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2025.
Is SL59 VFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 VFA 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 VFA?
SL59 VFA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.