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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 137,024 miles on the clock, averaging 10,070 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM05 DLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,024 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 403 |
| Average per year | 10,070 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM05 DLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 DLY
What car is SM05 DLY?
SM05 DLY is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 DLY?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 DLY was 137,024 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 DLY passed its MOT?
SM05 DLY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2020.
Is SM05 DLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 DLY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM05 DLY?
SM05 DLY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.