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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 19,477 miles on the clock, averaging 3,538 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 HFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,477 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 HFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 HFE
What car is SM59 HFE?
SM59 HFE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 HFE?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 HFE was 19,477 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 HFE passed its MOT?
SM59 HFE has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Nov 2014.
Is SM59 HFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 HFE 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 HFE?
SM59 HFE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.