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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 155,155 miles on the clock, averaging 11,324 miles per year, above 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 SL05 BYZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,324 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 BYZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 BYZ
What car is SL05 BYZ?
SL05 BYZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 BYZ?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 BYZ was 155,155 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 BYZ passed its MOT?
SL05 BYZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2019.
Is SL05 BYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 BYZ 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 SL05 BYZ?
SL05 BYZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.