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 2017 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1197cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 11,495 miles on the clock, averaging 717 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM17 LYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 11,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 590 |
| Average per year | 717 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM17 LYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About SM17 LYJ
What car is SM17 LYJ?
SM17 LYJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SM17 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM17 LYJ was 11,495 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM17 LYJ passed its MOT?
SM17 LYJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is SM17 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM17 LYJ 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 SM17 LYJ?
SM17 LYJ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.