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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 98,633 miles on the clock, averaging 5,030 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 EKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,899 |
| Average per year | 5,030 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 EKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 EKV
What car is SM56 EKV?
SM56 EKV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 EKV?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 EKV was 98,633 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 EKV passed its MOT?
SM56 EKV has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is SM56 EKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 EKV 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 SM56 EKV?
SM56 EKV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.