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 2000cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 106,407 miles on the clock, averaging 6,907 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 LXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 6,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 LXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 LXL
What car is SM59 LXL?
SM59 LXL is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 LXL?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 LXL was 106,407 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 LXL passed its MOT?
SM59 LXL has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2025.
Is SM59 LXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 LXL 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 LXL?
SM59 LXL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.