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 1400cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 104,413 miles on the clock, averaging 9,030 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM55 XPT
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 | 104,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,030 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM55 XPT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 XPT
What car is SM55 XPT?
SM55 XPT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 XPT?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 XPT was 104,413 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 XPT passed its MOT?
SM55 XPT has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.
Is SM55 XPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 XPT 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 XPT?
SM55 XPT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.