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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 179,732 miles on the clock, averaging 12,025 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 SY05 VNH
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
Above average| Latest reading | 179,732 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,025 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY05 VNH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SY05 VNH
What car is SY05 VNH?
SY05 VNH is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY05 VNH?
The last recorded mileage for SY05 VNH was 179,732 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY05 VNH passed its MOT?
SY05 VNH has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2021.
Is SY05 VNH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 VNH 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 SY05 VNH?
SY05 VNH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.