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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 166,199 miles on the clock, averaging 7,569 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YY55 SMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,199 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,569 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YY55 SMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YY55 SMX
What car is YY55 SMX?
YY55 SMX is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY55 SMX?
The last recorded mileage for YY55 SMX was 166,199 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY55 SMX passed its MOT?
YY55 SMX has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2023.
Is YY55 SMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY55 SMX 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 YY55 SMX?
YY55 SMX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.