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 Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 186,875 miles on the clock, averaging 12,214 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 SW55 DFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,875 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,045 |
| Average per year | 12,214 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SW55 DFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SW55 DFU
What car is SW55 DFU?
SW55 DFU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW55 DFU?
The last recorded mileage for SW55 DFU was 186,875 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW55 DFU passed its MOT?
SW55 DFU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Aug 2024.
Is SW55 DFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW55 DFU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW55 DFU?
SW55 DFU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.