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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 33,643 miles on the clock, averaging 2,017 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 SB05 NXE
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 | 33,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,570 |
| Average per year | 2,017 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SB05 NXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SB05 NXE
What car is SB05 NXE?
SB05 NXE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 NXE?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 NXE was 33,643 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 NXE passed its MOT?
SB05 NXE has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Sep 2019.
Is SB05 NXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 NXE 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 SB05 NXE?
SB05 NXE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.