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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 113,572 miles on the clock, averaging 11,890 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 AYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,407 |
| Average per year | 11,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 AYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 AYW
What car is SM08 AYW?
SM08 AYW is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 AYW?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 AYW was 113,572 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 AYW passed its MOT?
SM08 AYW has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Sep 2018.
Is SM08 AYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 AYW 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 SM08 AYW?
SM08 AYW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.