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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 77,151 miles on the clock, averaging 6,235 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SM11 EMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM11 EMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About SM11 EMS
What car is SM11 EMS?
SM11 EMS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM11 EMS?
The last recorded mileage for SM11 EMS was 77,151 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM11 EMS passed its MOT?
SM11 EMS has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.
Is SM11 EMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM11 EMS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM11 EMS?
SM11 EMS is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.