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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 78,842 miles on the clock, averaging 3,431 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 XCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,737 |
| Average per year | 3,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 XCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XCU
What car is SB05 XCU?
SB05 XCU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 XCU?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 XCU was 78,842 miles, recorded on 23 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 XCU passed its MOT?
SB05 XCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 May 2023.
Is SB05 XCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 XCU 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 XCU?
SB05 XCU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.