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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 141,044 miles on the clock, averaging 8,635 miles per year, around 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 YBS
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
About average| Latest reading | 141,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 55 |
| Average per year | 8,635 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SH55 YBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SH55 YBS
What car is SH55 YBS?
SH55 YBS is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH55 YBS?
The last recorded mileage for SH55 YBS was 141,044 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH55 YBS passed its MOT?
SH55 YBS has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2020.
Is SH55 YBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 YBS 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 YBS?
SH55 YBS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.