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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 139,548 miles on the clock, averaging 13,834 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 SM55 KYB
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,548 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,834 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 KYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 KYB
What car is SM55 KYB?
SM55 KYB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM55 KYB?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 KYB was 139,548 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 KYB passed its MOT?
SM55 KYB has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2015.
Is SM55 KYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 KYB is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM55 KYB?
SM55 KYB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.