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 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc Petrol 1498cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 55,641 miles on the clock, averaging 9,666 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for SM20 VEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 55,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,538 |
| Average per year | 9,666 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen T-Roc
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen T-Roc models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM20 VEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | T-Roc |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 20 — March 2020 to August 2020 |
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About SM20 VEL
What car is SM20 VEL?
SM20 VEL is an black Volkswagen T-Roc, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2020.
What is the mileage of SM20 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for SM20 VEL was 55,641 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM20 VEL passed its MOT?
SM20 VEL has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.
Is SM20 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM20 VEL 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 SM20 VEL?
SM20 VEL is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 20 means registered between 1 March 2020 and 31 August 2020.