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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 135,836 miles on the clock, averaging 13,432 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SY65 VSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 13,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY65 VSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About SY65 VSM
What car is SY65 VSM?
SY65 VSM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2015.
What is the mileage of SY65 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for SY65 VSM was 135,836 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY65 VSM passed its MOT?
SY65 VSM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jul 2026.
Is SY65 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY65 VSM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY65 VSM?
SY65 VSM is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.