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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 68,884 miles on the clock, averaging 4,545 miles per year, well below 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 XWJ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 38 |
| Average per year | 4,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 XWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XWJ
What car is SA05 XWJ?
SA05 XWJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA05 XWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SA05 XWJ was 68,884 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA05 XWJ passed its MOT?
SA05 XWJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2017.
Is SA05 XWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA05 XWJ 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 XWJ?
SA05 XWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.