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 Diesel 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 158,954 miles on the clock, averaging 11,405 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 GYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 11,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 GYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 GYK
What car is SM59 GYK?
SM59 GYK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 GYK?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 GYK was 158,954 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 GYK passed its MOT?
SM59 GYK has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2024.
Is SM59 GYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 GYK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM59 GYK?
SM59 GYK is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.