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 Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 98,477 miles on the clock, averaging 5,369 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 DKY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,477 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,369 |
| 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
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 DKY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 DKY
What car is SM59 DKY?
SM59 DKY is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 DKY?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 DKY was 98,477 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 DKY passed its MOT?
SM59 DKY has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.
Is SM59 DKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 DKY 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 SM59 DKY?
SM59 DKY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.