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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 45,238 miles on the clock, averaging 2,144 miles per year, well 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 SM05 ARU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,238 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,144 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SM05 ARU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 ARU
What car is SM05 ARU?
SM05 ARU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 ARU was 45,238 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 ARU passed its MOT?
SM05 ARU has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.
Is SM05 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 ARU 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 SM05 ARU?
SM05 ARU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.