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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 103,173 miles on the clock, averaging 6,398 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 DLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,098 |
| Average per year | 6,398 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 DLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 DLJ
What car is SM59 DLJ?
SM59 DLJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 DLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 DLJ was 103,173 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 DLJ passed its MOT?
SM59 DLJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is SM59 DLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 DLJ 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 DLJ?
SM59 DLJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.