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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 96,816 miles on the clock, averaging 6,659 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 XDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 6,659 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 XDX |
| 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 XDX
What car is SM59 XDX?
SM59 XDX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 XDX?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 XDX was 96,816 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 XDX passed its MOT?
SM59 XDX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2024.
Is SM59 XDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 XDX 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 XDX?
SM59 XDX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.