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 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 53,673 miles on the clock, averaging 2,870 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 DTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,099 |
| Average per year | 2,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 DTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 DTY
What car is SM08 DTY?
SM08 DTY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 DTY?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 DTY was 53,673 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 DTY passed its MOT?
SM08 DTY has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is SM08 DTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 DTY 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 DTY?
SM08 DTY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.