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 Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 146,860 miles on the clock, averaging 9,434 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM09 VDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,414 |
| Average per year | 9,434 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM09 VDR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VDR
What car is SM09 VDR?
SM09 VDR is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 VDR?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 VDR was 146,860 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 VDR passed its MOT?
SM09 VDR has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2025.
Is SM09 VDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 VDR 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 VDR?
SM09 VDR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.