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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 211,325 miles on the clock, averaging 11,876 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 VEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,733 |
| Average per year | 11,876 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 VEF |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | X3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VEF
What car is SM56 VEF?
SM56 VEF is an silver Bmw X3, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 VEF?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 VEF was 211,325 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 VEF passed its MOT?
SM56 VEF has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is SM56 VEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 VEF 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 VEF?
SM56 VEF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.