The road tax status for SL05 OFX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SL05 OFX?

The MOT for SL05 OFX is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of SL05 OFX?

The recorded mileage for SL05 OFX is 50,975 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SL05 OFX ULEZ compliant?

No, SL05 OFX does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SL05 OFX

SL05 OFX

2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29/03/2005. Recorded mileage 50,975 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2005 · Edinburgh
MOT Status: Valid until 17/04/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 50,975 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 17/04/2026

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Mileage: 50,975 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1198cc

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SL05 OFX Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2025
50,975 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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SL05 OFX Mileage History

04/03/202239,832 mi
04/03/202239,833 mi+1 mi
06/03/202345,996 mi+6,163 mi
19/04/202449,173 mi+3,177 mi
17/04/202550,975 mi+1,802 mi

Average of roughly 3,570 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SL05 OFX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 09:11

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (SL05 OFX) between March 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”.

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