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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 89,554 miles on the clock, averaging 5,611 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 NWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,951 |
| Average per year | 5,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 NWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 NWJ
What car is SM59 NWJ?
SM59 NWJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 NWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 NWJ was 89,554 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 NWJ passed its MOT?
SM59 NWJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.
Is SM59 NWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 NWJ 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 NWJ?
SM59 NWJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.