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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 106,282 miles on the clock, averaging 5,713 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM55 JNF
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
Below average| Latest reading | 106,282 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 75 |
| Average per year | 5,713 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SM55 JNF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 JNF
What car is SM55 JNF?
SM55 JNF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 JNF?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 JNF was 106,282 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 JNF passed its MOT?
SM55 JNF has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2023.
Is SM55 JNF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 JNF 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 SM55 JNF?
SM55 JNF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.