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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 157,561 miles on the clock, averaging 9,408 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 XZB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,419 |
| Average per year | 9,408 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 XZB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XZB
What car is SM08 XZB?
SM08 XZB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 XZB?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 XZB was 157,561 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 XZB passed its MOT?
SM08 XZB has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 26 Oct 2021.
Is SM08 XZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 XZB 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 XZB?
SM08 XZB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.