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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 116,147 miles on the clock, averaging 6,039 miles per year, below 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 SO05 XHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,147 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,386 |
| Average per year | 6,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SO05 XHB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 XHB
What car is SO05 XHB?
SO05 XHB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 XHB?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 XHB was 116,147 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 XHB passed its MOT?
SO05 XHB has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2021.
Is SO05 XHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 XHB 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 SO05 XHB?
SO05 XHB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.