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 Petrol 1400cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 65,216 miles on the clock, averaging 2,433 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 AP05 OYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 564 |
| Average per year | 2,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | AP05 OYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AP05 OYU
What car is AP05 OYU?
AP05 OYU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AP05 OYU?
The last recorded mileage for AP05 OYU was 65,216 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP05 OYU passed its MOT?
AP05 OYU has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is AP05 OYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP05 OYU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AP05 OYU?
AP05 OYU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.