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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 82,501 miles on the clock, averaging 9,216 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for SM15 PLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 82,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,063 |
| Average per year | 9,216 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM15 PLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About SM15 PLU
What car is SM15 PLU?
SM15 PLU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM15 PLU?
The last recorded mileage for SM15 PLU was 82,501 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM15 PLU passed its MOT?
SM15 PLU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is SM15 PLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM15 PLU 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 PLU?
SM15 PLU is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.