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 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 91,256 miles on the clock, averaging 8,340 miles per year, around 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 AV05 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,256 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AV05 BVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 BVY
What car is AV05 BVY?
AV05 BVY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 BVY was 91,256 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 BVY passed its MOT?
AV05 BVY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Sep 2016.
Is AV05 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 BVY 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 AV05 BVY?
AV05 BVY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.