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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 58,100 miles on the clock, averaging 3,496 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SM61 WVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,100 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 611 |
| Average per year | 3,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM61 WVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SM61 WVU
What car is SM61 WVU?
SM61 WVU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM61 WVU?
The last recorded mileage for SM61 WVU was 58,100 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM61 WVU passed its MOT?
SM61 WVU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is SM61 WVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM61 WVU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM61 WVU?
SM61 WVU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.