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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 128,965 miles on the clock, averaging 12,001 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SA05 MRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,965 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA05 MRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SA05 MRO
What car is SA05 MRO?
SA05 MRO is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA05 MRO?
The last recorded mileage for SA05 MRO was 128,965 miles, recorded on 1 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA05 MRO passed its MOT?
SA05 MRO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2015.
Is SA05 MRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA05 MRO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SA05 MRO?
SA05 MRO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.