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 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1798cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 92,522 miles on the clock, averaging 6,305 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for potential faults (not bgu-confirmed as common).
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 SZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 6,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Potential Faults (Not BGU-Confirmed as Common)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM12 SZJ |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 SZJ
What car is SM12 SZJ?
SM12 SZJ is an silver Skoda Octavia, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 SZJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 SZJ was 92,522 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 SZJ passed its MOT?
SM12 SZJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is SM12 SZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 SZJ 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 SM12 SZJ?
SM12 SZJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.