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 2013 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 48,751 miles on the clock, averaging 3,389 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SH13 XEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,602 |
| Average per year | 3,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH13 XEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SH13 XEL
What car is SH13 XEL?
SH13 XEL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2013.
What is the mileage of SH13 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for SH13 XEL was 48,751 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH13 XEL passed its MOT?
SH13 XEL has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Apr 2026.
Is SH13 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH13 XEL 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 SH13 XEL?
SH13 XEL is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.