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 2005 Volkswagen Beetle Petrol 1595cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 91,638 miles on the clock, averaging 2,725 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM55 BKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM55 BKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 BKU
What car is SM55 BKU?
SM55 BKU is an yellow Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 BKU?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 BKU was 91,638 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 BKU passed its MOT?
SM55 BKU has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is SM55 BKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 BKU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM55 BKU?
SM55 BKU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.