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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 76,515 miles on the clock, averaging 5,316 miles per year, 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 YBM
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
Below average| Latest reading | 76,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,686 |
| Average per year | 5,316 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| 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 YBM
What car is AV05 YBM?
AV05 YBM is an white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 YBM?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 YBM was 76,515 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 YBM passed its MOT?
AV05 YBM has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 1 Mar 2021.
Is AV05 YBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 YBM 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 YBM?
AV05 YBM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.