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 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 157,465 miles on the clock, averaging 11,029 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 MXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,820 |
| Average per year | 11,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SM05 MXL |
| 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 MXL
What car is SM05 MXL?
SM05 MXL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 MXL?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 MXL was 157,465 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 MXL passed its MOT?
SM05 MXL has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2020.
Is SM05 MXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 MXL 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 MXL?
SM05 MXL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.