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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 88,297 miles on the clock, averaging 5,979 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for EJ12 SBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,297 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,354 |
| Average per year | 5,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EJ12 SBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EJ — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EJ12 SBZ
What car is EJ12 SBZ?
EJ12 SBZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EJ12 SBZ?
The last recorded mileage for EJ12 SBZ was 88,297 miles, recorded on 9 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EJ12 SBZ passed its MOT?
EJ12 SBZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2026.
Is EJ12 SBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ12 SBZ 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 EJ12 SBZ?
EJ12 SBZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.