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 999cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 21,911 miles on the clock, averaging 1,008 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 FOS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 21,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 839 |
| Average per year | 1,008 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 FOS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 FOS
What car is SM53 FOS?
SM53 FOS is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SM53 FOS?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 FOS was 21,911 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 FOS passed its MOT?
SM53 FOS has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is SM53 FOS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 FOS 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 SM53 FOS?
SM53 FOS is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.