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 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 62,940 miles on the clock, averaging 4,801 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 RFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,940 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,669 |
| Average per year | 4,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 RFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 RFN
What car is SM08 RFN?
SM08 RFN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 RFN?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 RFN was 62,940 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 RFN passed its MOT?
SM08 RFN has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2021.
Is SM08 RFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 RFN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM08 RFN?
SM08 RFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.