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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 101,111 miles on the clock, averaging 5,606 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 XES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,808 |
| Average per year | 5,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 XES |
| 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 XES
What car is SM59 XES?
SM59 XES is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 XES?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 XES was 101,111 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 XES passed its MOT?
SM59 XES has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2026.
Is SM59 XES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 XES 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 XES?
SM59 XES is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.