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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 117,122 miles on the clock, averaging 7,356 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SD05 BWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,122 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD05 BWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SD05 BWJ
What car is SD05 BWJ?
SD05 BWJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD05 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SD05 BWJ was 117,122 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD05 BWJ passed its MOT?
SD05 BWJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2021.
Is SD05 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD05 BWJ 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 SD05 BWJ?
SD05 BWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.