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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 143,161 miles on the clock, averaging 7,979 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SO59 WBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,129 |
| Average per year | 7,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO59 WBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SO59 WBU
What car is SO59 WBU?
SO59 WBU is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SO59 WBU?
The last recorded mileage for SO59 WBU was 143,161 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO59 WBU passed its MOT?
SO59 WBU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jan 2024.
Is SO59 WBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO59 WBU 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 SO59 WBU?
SO59 WBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.