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 2011 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 53,391 miles on the clock, averaging 3,615 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 SW61 MBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,391 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,036 |
| Average per year | 3,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW61 MBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SW61 MBU
What car is SW61 MBU?
SW61 MBU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2011.
What is the mileage of SW61 MBU?
The last recorded mileage for SW61 MBU was 53,391 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW61 MBU passed its MOT?
SW61 MBU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is SW61 MBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW61 MBU 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 SW61 MBU?
SW61 MBU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.