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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 155,657 miles on the clock, averaging 8,784 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM04 MBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 8,784 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM04 MBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SM04 MBU
What car is SM04 MBU?
SM04 MBU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM04 MBU?
The last recorded mileage for SM04 MBU was 155,657 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM04 MBU passed its MOT?
SM04 MBU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2019.
Is SM04 MBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM04 MBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM04 MBU?
SM04 MBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.