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 2016 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1395cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 82,450 miles on the clock, averaging 7,645 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for YK16 SMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 82,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,940 |
| Average per year | 7,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK16 SMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YK16 SMS
What car is YK16 SMS?
YK16 SMS is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Leeds in 2016.
What is the mileage of YK16 SMS?
The last recorded mileage for YK16 SMS was 82,450 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK16 SMS passed its MOT?
YK16 SMS has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Jul 2026.
Is YK16 SMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK16 SMS 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 YK16 SMS?
YK16 SMS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.