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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 86,512 miles on the clock, averaging 9,089 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM06 LWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,089 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM06 LWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SM06 LWG
What car is SM06 LWG?
SM06 LWG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 LWG?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 LWG was 86,512 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 LWG passed its MOT?
SM06 LWG has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2017.
Is SM06 LWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 LWG 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 SM06 LWG?
SM06 LWG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.