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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 181,772 miles on the clock, averaging 17,246 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 UBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,983 |
| Average per year | 17,246 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 UBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 UBP
What car is SM56 UBP?
SM56 UBP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM56 UBP?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 UBP was 181,772 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 UBP passed its MOT?
SM56 UBP has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.
Is SM56 UBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 UBP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM56 UBP?
SM56 UBP is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.