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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 89,039 miles on the clock, averaging 5,209 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM57 HJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,079 |
| Average per year | 5,209 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM57 HJU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 HJU
What car is SM57 HJU?
SM57 HJU is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 HJU?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 HJU was 89,039 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 HJU passed its MOT?
SM57 HJU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2024.
Is SM57 HJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 HJU 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 SM57 HJU?
SM57 HJU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.