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 Diesel 1199cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 129,609 miles on the clock, averaging 9,444 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU12 SYE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,609 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,444 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU12 SYE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GU12 SYE
What car is GU12 SYE?
GU12 SYE is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GU12 SYE?
The last recorded mileage for GU12 SYE was 129,609 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU12 SYE passed its MOT?
GU12 SYE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.
Is GU12 SYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 SYE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU12 SYE?
GU12 SYE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.