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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 123,934 miles on the clock, averaging 6,512 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 SY05 XLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,177 |
| Average per year | 6,512 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 XLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XLD
What car is SY05 XLD?
SY05 XLD is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY05 XLD?
The last recorded mileage for SY05 XLD was 123,934 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY05 XLD passed its MOT?
SY05 XLD has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2025.
Is SY05 XLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 XLD 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 XLD?
SY05 XLD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.