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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 144,215 miles on the clock, averaging 13,771 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 WFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,573 |
| Average per year | 13,771 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 WFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WFU
What car is SM08 WFU?
SM08 WFU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 WFU?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 WFU was 144,215 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 WFU passed its MOT?
SM08 WFU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2018.
Is SM08 WFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 WFU 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 WFU?
SM08 WFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.