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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 96,036 miles on the clock, averaging 6,242 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 WGJ
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
Below average| Latest reading | 96,036 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 WGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WGJ
What car is SM55 WGJ?
SM55 WGJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM55 WGJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 WGJ was 96,036 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 WGJ passed its MOT?
SM55 WGJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2021.
Is SM55 WGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 WGJ 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 WGJ?
SM55 WGJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.