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 Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 117,984 miles on the clock, averaging 7,415 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 EZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,342 |
| Average per year | 7,415 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 EZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 EZU
What car is SM56 EZU?
SM56 EZU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 EZU?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 EZU was 117,984 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 EZU passed its MOT?
SM56 EZU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2021.
Is SM56 EZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 EZU 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 EZU?
SM56 EZU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.