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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 168,952 miles on the clock, averaging 9,440 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 SVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,547 |
| Average per year | 9,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 SVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 SVW
What car is SM08 SVW?
SM08 SVW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 SVW?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 SVW was 168,952 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 SVW passed its MOT?
SM08 SVW has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is SM08 SVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 SVW 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 SVW?
SM08 SVW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.