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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 118,457 miles on the clock, averaging 10,459 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 HFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,457 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,416 |
| Average per year | 10,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 HFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 HFG
What car is SM59 HFG?
SM59 HFG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 HFG?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 HFG was 118,457 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 HFG passed its MOT?
SM59 HFG has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2022.
Is SM59 HFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 HFG 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 HFG?
SM59 HFG is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.