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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 289,823 miles on the clock, averaging 24,346 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for SM09 RVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 289,823 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,228 |
| Average per year | 24,346 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM09 RVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SM09 RVU
What car is SM09 RVU?
SM09 RVU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 RVU?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 RVU was 289,823 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 RVU passed its MOT?
SM09 RVU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2018.
Is SM09 RVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 RVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM09 RVU?
SM09 RVU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.