No, SM61 PYV is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for SM61 PYV?

The MOT for SM61 PYV is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 June 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of SM61 PYV?

The recorded mileage for SM61 PYV is 137,190 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM61 PYV ULEZ compliant?

No, SM61 PYV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SM61 PYV

SM61 PYV

2012 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2012. Recorded mileage 137,190 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2012 · Edinburgh
MOT Status: Valid until 19/06/2026
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/12/2025)
Recorded Mileage: 137,190 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 19/06/2026

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/12/2025

Mileage: 137,190 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2012
Engine: 1968cc

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SM61 PYV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/06/2025
137,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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SM61 PYV Mileage History

28/05/202261 mi
10/05/2023113,119 mi+113,058 mi
19/05/2023113,119 mi
21/06/2024127,735 mi+14,616 mi
21/06/2025137,190 mi+9,455 mi

Average of roughly 44,722 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM61 PYV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 01:57

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Golf (SM61 PYV) between May 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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