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 Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 97,833 miles on the clock, averaging 4,502 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 YLB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,833 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,646 |
| Average per year | 4,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 YLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SA05 YLB
What car is SA05 YLB?
SA05 YLB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA05 YLB?
The last recorded mileage for SA05 YLB was 97,833 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA05 YLB passed its MOT?
SA05 YLB has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2024.
Is SA05 YLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA05 YLB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SA05 YLB?
SA05 YLB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.