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SH55 OSZ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 39,543 miles on the clock, averaging 1,920 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 SH55 OSZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
39,543
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
1,920

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading39,543 miles
Reading date
Miles last year64
Average per year1,920
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH55 OSZ 20k25k30k35k40k '08'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage39,543 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
PASS
Mileage39,479 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,473 miles
Since last MOT+1,902 miles
PASS
Mileage37,571 miles
Since last MOT+2,486 miles
PASS
Mileage35,085 miles
Since last MOT+2,656 miles
PASS
Mileage32,429 miles
Since last MOT+2,560 miles
PASS
Mileage29,869 miles
Since last MOT+2,750 miles
PASS
Mileage27,119 miles
Since last MOT+3,956 miles
PASS
Mileage23,163 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,158 miles
Since last MOT+3,081 miles
PASS
Mileage20,077 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 OSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SH55 OSZ

What car is SH55 OSZ?

SH55 OSZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH55 OSZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 OSZ was 39,543 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 OSZ passed its MOT?

SH55 OSZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2018.

Is SH55 OSZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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