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 Petrol 1395cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 42,619 miles on the clock, averaging 4,505 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM65 YMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,181 |
| Average per year | 4,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM65 YMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About SM65 YMS
What car is SM65 YMS?
SM65 YMS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2015.
What is the mileage of SM65 YMS?
The last recorded mileage for SM65 YMS was 42,619 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM65 YMS passed its MOT?
SM65 YMS has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Apr 2026.
Is SM65 YMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM65 YMS 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 SM65 YMS?
SM65 YMS is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.