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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 114,428 miles on the clock, averaging 30,014 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 LPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,000 |
| Average per year | 30,014 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 LPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | White |
| 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 LPU
What car is SM12 LPU?
SM12 LPU is an white Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 LPU?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 LPU was 114,428 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 LPU passed its MOT?
SM12 LPU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Jun 2016.
Is SM12 LPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 LPU 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 LPU?
SM12 LPU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.