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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 133,497 miles on the clock, averaging 11,181 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 OBE
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,954 |
| Average per year | 11,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 OBE |
| 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 OBE
What car is SM06 OBE?
SM06 OBE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 OBE?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 OBE was 133,497 miles, recorded on 4 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 OBE passed its MOT?
SM06 OBE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 May 2019.
Is SM06 OBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 OBE 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 OBE?
SM06 OBE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.