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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 168,187 miles on the clock, averaging 9,927 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM57 HBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,187 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 98 |
| Average per year | 9,927 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM57 HBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 HBF
What car is SM57 HBF?
SM57 HBF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM57 HBF?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 HBF was 168,187 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 HBF passed its MOT?
SM57 HBF has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2025.
Is SM57 HBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 HBF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM57 HBF?
SM57 HBF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.