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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 167,888 miles on the clock, averaging 10,695 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AV05 SWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AV05 SWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 SWO
What car is AV05 SWO?
AV05 SWO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 SWO?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 SWO was 167,888 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 SWO passed its MOT?
AV05 SWO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2020.
Is AV05 SWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 SWO 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 AV05 SWO?
AV05 SWO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.