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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1199cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 140,819 miles on the clock, averaging 10,970 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 EXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,102 |
| Average per year | 10,970 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM12 EXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 EXC
What car is SM12 EXC?
SM12 EXC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 EXC?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 EXC was 140,819 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 EXC passed its MOT?
SM12 EXC has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is SM12 EXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 EXC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM12 EXC?
SM12 EXC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.