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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 60,131 miles on the clock, averaging 4,789 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM04 COX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,153 |
| Average per year | 4,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM04 COX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SM04 COX
What car is SM04 COX?
SM04 COX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SM04 COX?
The last recorded mileage for SM04 COX was 60,131 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM04 COX passed its MOT?
SM04 COX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is SM04 COX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM04 COX 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 SM04 COX?
SM04 COX is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.