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AV05 NXJ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 70,107 miles on the clock, averaging 3,992 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 AV05 NXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,107
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,992

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,107 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,992
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV05 NXJ 26k37k48k59k70k '08'19'14

Check AV05 NXJ

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,107 miles
Since last MOT+1,647 miles
PASS
Mileage68,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,460 miles
Since last MOT+1,863 miles
PASS
Mileage66,597 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,597 miles
Since last MOT+1,986 miles
PASS
Mileage64,611 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage61,507 miles
Since last MOT+5,593 miles
PASS
Mileage55,914 miles
FAIL
Mileage558,535 miles
Since last MOT+507,055 miles
PASS
Mileage51,480 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,479 miles
Since last MOT+4,725 miles
PASS
Mileage46,754 miles
Since last MOT+3,139 miles
PASS
Mileage43,615 miles
Since last MOT+1,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,615 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage37,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,561 miles
Since last MOT+5,742 miles
PASS
Mileage31,819 miles
Since last MOT+5,879 miles
PASS
Mileage25,940 miles

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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

RegistrationAV05 NXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About AV05 NXJ

What car is AV05 NXJ?

AV05 NXJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AV05 NXJ?

The last recorded mileage for AV05 NXJ was 70,107 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV05 NXJ passed its MOT?

AV05 NXJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2019.

Is AV05 NXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 NXJ 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 NXJ?

AV05 NXJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.