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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 65,744 miles on the clock, averaging 4,919 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 SL12 UEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,744 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,759 |
| Average per year | 4,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL12 UEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SL12 UEA
What car is SL12 UEA?
SL12 UEA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SL12 UEA?
The last recorded mileage for SL12 UEA was 65,744 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL12 UEA passed its MOT?
SL12 UEA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is SL12 UEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 UEA 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 SL12 UEA?
SL12 UEA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.