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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 114,636 miles on the clock, averaging 12,220 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SM15 ELU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,636 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,220 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM15 ELU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About SM15 ELU
What car is SM15 ELU?
SM15 ELU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM15 ELU?
The last recorded mileage for SM15 ELU was 114,636 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM15 ELU passed its MOT?
SM15 ELU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2026.
Is SM15 ELU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM15 ELU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM15 ELU?
SM15 ELU is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.