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 2020 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 97,782 miles on the clock, averaging 17,213 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for SM69 PHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 97,782 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,195 |
| Average per year | 17,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM69 PHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 69 — September 2019 to February 2020 |
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About SM69 PHZ
What car is SM69 PHZ?
SM69 PHZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2020.
What is the mileage of SM69 PHZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM69 PHZ was 97,782 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM69 PHZ passed its MOT?
SM69 PHZ has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is SM69 PHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM69 PHZ 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 SM69 PHZ?
SM69 PHZ is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 69 means registered between 1 September 2019 and 28 February 2020.