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 2013 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 31,701 miles on the clock, averaging 2,298 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SM13 ULP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 31,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 2,298 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM13 ULP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SM13 ULP
What car is SM13 ULP?
SM13 ULP is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.
What is the mileage of SM13 ULP?
The last recorded mileage for SM13 ULP was 31,701 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM13 ULP passed its MOT?
SM13 ULP has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is SM13 ULP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM13 ULP 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 SM13 ULP?
SM13 ULP is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.