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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 10 (41% pass rate). It has 114,052 miles on the clock, averaging 11,864 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM05 FWF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,052 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 714 |
| Average per year | 11,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM05 FWF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 FWF
What car is SM05 FWF?
SM05 FWF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 FWF?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 FWF was 114,052 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 FWF passed its MOT?
SM05 FWF has had 17 MOT tests with a 41% pass rate (7 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2017.
Is SM05 FWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 FWF 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 FWF?
SM05 FWF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.