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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 157,409 miles on the clock, averaging 12,210 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for potential patterns not qualifying as for cfgb.
MOT & Mileage History for SY12 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,409 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,796 |
| Average per year | 12,210 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Potential Patterns Not Qualifying as for CFGB
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY12 YLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SY12 YLU
What car is SY12 YLU?
SY12 YLU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 YLU was 157,409 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 YLU passed its MOT?
SY12 YLU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is SY12 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 YLU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY12 YLU?
SY12 YLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.