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 Ford S-Max Diesel 1560cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 78,530 miles on the clock, averaging 4,116 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV12 BYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,530 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV12 BYW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | S-Max |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GV12 BYW
What car is GV12 BYW?
GV12 BYW is a blue Ford S-Max, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV12 BYW?
The last recorded mileage for GV12 BYW was 78,530 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV12 BYW passed its MOT?
GV12 BYW has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is GV12 BYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV12 BYW 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 GV12 BYW?
GV12 BYW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.