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SH55 OMR

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 89,035 miles on the clock, averaging 6,330 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 SH55 OMR

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,035
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,330

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,035 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,330
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH55 OMR 27k43k58k74k89k '08'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,035 miles
Since last MOT+25,565 miles
PASS
Mileage63,470 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,475 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage75,538 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage69,401 miles
Since last MOT+6,806 miles
PASS
Mileage62,595 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
PASS
Mileage62,576 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,786 miles
PASS
Mileage60,790 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,787 miles
Since last MOT+6,397 miles
PASS
Mileage54,390 miles
Since last MOT+5,646 miles
PASS
Mileage48,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,813 miles
PASS
Mileage45,931 miles
Since last MOT+8,105 miles
PASS
Mileage37,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,096 miles
PASS
Mileage33,730 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,723 miles
Since last MOT+6,283 miles
PASS
Mileage27,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,440 miles

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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

RegistrationSH55 OMR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SH55 OMR

What car is SH55 OMR?

SH55 OMR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH55 OMR?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 OMR was 89,035 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 OMR passed its MOT?

SH55 OMR has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2018.

Is SH55 OMR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 OMR 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 SH55 OMR?

SH55 OMR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.