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 Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 202,498 miles on the clock, averaging 10,056 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 VMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,498 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,283 |
| Average per year | 10,056 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 VMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 VMX
What car is SL05 VMX?
SL05 VMX is an blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 VMX?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 VMX was 202,498 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 VMX passed its MOT?
SL05 VMX has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is SL05 VMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 VMX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL05 VMX?
SL05 VMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.