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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 127,006 miles on the clock, averaging 9,896 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for SM09 WBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,006 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,896 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM09 WBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SM09 WBF
What car is SM09 WBF?
SM09 WBF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 WBF?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 WBF was 127,006 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 WBF passed its MOT?
SM09 WBF has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2023.
Is SM09 WBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 WBF 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 WBF?
SM09 WBF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.