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 Bmw X3 Diesel 1995cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 152,081 miles on the clock, averaging 10,762 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 VDR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,081 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,139 |
| Average per year | 10,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 VDR |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | X3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 VDR
What car is SM56 VDR?
SM56 VDR is an blue Bmw X3, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 VDR?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 VDR was 152,081 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 VDR passed its MOT?
SM56 VDR has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2021.
Is SM56 VDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 VDR 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 VDR?
SM56 VDR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.