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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 131,623 miles on the clock, averaging 9,540 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 NPP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,904 |
| Average per year | 9,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 NPP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 NPP
What car is SM08 NPP?
SM08 NPP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 NPP?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 NPP was 131,623 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 NPP passed its MOT?
SM08 NPP has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Oct 2023.
Is SM08 NPP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 NPP 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 NPP?
SM08 NPP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.