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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 75,542 miles on the clock, averaging 6,506 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 EK12 UBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,542 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,947 |
| Average per year | 6,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 UBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 UBG
What car is EK12 UBG?
EK12 UBG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 UBG?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 UBG was 75,542 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 UBG passed its MOT?
EK12 UBG has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2023.
Is EK12 UBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 UBG 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 EK12 UBG?
EK12 UBG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.