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 Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 123,229 miles on the clock, averaging 6,845 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM55 WEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,103 |
| Average per year | 6,845 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM55 WEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 WEC
What car is SM55 WEC?
SM55 WEC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 WEC?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 WEC was 123,229 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 WEC passed its MOT?
SM55 WEC has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2023.
Is SM55 WEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 WEC 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 WEC?
SM55 WEC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.