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 Petrol 1395cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 85,296 miles on the clock, averaging 8,119 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM15 PLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 85,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,171 |
| Average per year | 8,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM15 PLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About SM15 PLV
What car is SM15 PLV?
SM15 PLV is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM15 PLV?
The last recorded mileage for SM15 PLV was 85,296 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM15 PLV passed its MOT?
SM15 PLV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is SM15 PLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM15 PLV 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 SM15 PLV?
SM15 PLV is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.