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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 87,921 miles on the clock, averaging 3,846 miles per year, well 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 SW55 EWX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,921 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 3,846 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW55 EWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SW55 EWX
What car is SW55 EWX?
SW55 EWX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW55 EWX?
The last recorded mileage for SW55 EWX was 87,921 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW55 EWX passed its MOT?
SW55 EWX has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is SW55 EWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW55 EWX 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 SW55 EWX?
SW55 EWX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.