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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 95,826 miles on the clock, averaging 5,024 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 SP55 LXK
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 | 95,826 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,024 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SP55 LXK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SP55 LXK
What car is SP55 LXK?
SP55 LXK is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of SP55 LXK?
The last recorded mileage for SP55 LXK was 95,826 miles, recorded on 2 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP55 LXK passed its MOT?
SP55 LXK has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2025.
Is SP55 LXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP55 LXK 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 SP55 LXK?
SP55 LXK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.