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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 167,049 miles on the clock, averaging 10,801 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for potential patterns not qualifying as for cfgb.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 EXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,049 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 10,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Potential Patterns Not Qualifying as for CFGB
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM12 EXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 EXJ
What car is SM12 EXJ?
SM12 EXJ is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 EXJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 EXJ was 167,049 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 EXJ passed its MOT?
SM12 EXJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.
Is SM12 EXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 EXJ 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 EXJ?
SM12 EXJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.