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 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 128,798 miles on the clock, averaging 8,238 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 GYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,798 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 85 |
| Average per year | 8,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 GYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 GYR
What car is SM59 GYR?
SM59 GYR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 GYR?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 GYR was 128,798 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 GYR passed its MOT?
SM59 GYR has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2025.
Is SM59 GYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 GYR 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 GYR?
SM59 GYR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.