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 Diesel 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 125,595 miles on the clock, averaging 6,444 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 UBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,595 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 6,444 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 UBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 UBY
What car is SM56 UBY?
SM56 UBY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 UBY?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 UBY was 125,595 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 UBY passed its MOT?
SM56 UBY has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is SM56 UBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 UBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, 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 UBY?
SM56 UBY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.