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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 94,265 miles on the clock, averaging 8,798 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SM65 YCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 94,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,961 |
| Average per year | 8,798 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM65 YCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About SM65 YCL
What car is SM65 YCL?
SM65 YCL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM65 YCL?
The last recorded mileage for SM65 YCL was 94,265 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM65 YCL passed its MOT?
SM65 YCL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.
Is SM65 YCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM65 YCL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM65 YCL?
SM65 YCL is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.