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 Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 87,923 miles on the clock, averaging 6,510 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 UXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,923 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,229 |
| Average per year | 6,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM12 UXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 UXX
What car is SM12 UXX?
SM12 UXX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 UXX?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 UXX was 87,923 miles, recorded on 20 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 UXX passed its MOT?
SM12 UXX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2026.
Is SM12 UXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 UXX 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 UXX?
SM12 UXX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.