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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 28,481 miles on the clock, averaging 5,204 miles per year, below 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 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 28,481 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,465 |
| Average per year | 5,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 RDU
What car is SM19 RDU?
SM19 RDU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2019.
What is the mileage of SM19 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for SM19 RDU was 28,481 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM19 RDU passed its MOT?
SM19 RDU has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is SM19 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM19 RDU 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 RDU?
SM19 RDU is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.