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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 149,263 miles on the clock, averaging 7,130 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL59 VGA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 149,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 370 |
| Average per year | 7,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL59 VGA |
| 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 VGA
What car is SL59 VGA?
SL59 VGA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL59 VGA?
The last recorded mileage for SL59 VGA was 149,263 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL59 VGA passed its MOT?
SL59 VGA has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is SL59 VGA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 VGA 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 VGA?
SL59 VGA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.