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 2016 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1422cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 47,624 miles on the clock, averaging 5,115 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for cusa.
MOT & Mileage History for SM16 LFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 47,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,298 |
| Average per year | 5,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM16 LFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SM16 LFA
What car is SM16 LFA?
SM16 LFA is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SM16 LFA?
The last recorded mileage for SM16 LFA was 47,624 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM16 LFA passed its MOT?
SM16 LFA has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is SM16 LFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM16 LFA is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM16 LFA?
SM16 LFA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.