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 2019 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 74,279 miles on the clock, averaging 9,986 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for SM19 RCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 74,279 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,986 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM19 RCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 19 — March 2019 to August 2019 |
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About SM19 RCU
What car is SM19 RCU?
SM19 RCU is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2019.
What is the mileage of SM19 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for SM19 RCU was 74,279 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM19 RCU passed its MOT?
SM19 RCU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is SM19 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM19 RCU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM19 RCU?
SM19 RCU is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.