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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 X5 Diesel 2993cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 129,289 miles on the clock, averaging 8,060 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 VDY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 108 |
| Average per year | 8,060 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 VDY |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | X5 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2993cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 VDY
What car is SM56 VDY?
SM56 VDY is an black Bmw X5, diesel (2993cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 VDY?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 VDY was 129,289 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 VDY passed its MOT?
SM56 VDY has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2021.
Is SM56 VDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 VDY 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 VDY?
SM56 VDY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.