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CA05 BBU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 236,426 miles on the clock, averaging 12,215 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 CA05 BBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
236,426
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
12,215

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading236,426 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year12,215
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CA05 BBU 27k80k132k184k236k '08'25'17

Check CA05 BBU

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage236,426 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage236,425 miles
Since last MOT+8,177 miles
PASS
Mileage228,248 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage221,961 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage221,960 miles
Since last MOT+7,144 miles
PASS
Mileage214,816 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage214,816 miles
Since last MOT+5,512 miles
PASS
Mileage209,304 miles
Since last MOT+16,904 miles
PASS
Mileage192,400 miles
Since last MOT+14,534 miles
PASS
Mileage177,866 miles
Since last MOT+14,654 miles
PASS
Mileage163,212 miles
Since last MOT+14,808 miles
PASS
Mileage148,404 miles
Since last MOT+13,506 miles
PASS
Mileage134,898 miles
Since last MOT+15,613 miles
PASS
Mileage119,285 miles
Since last MOT+283 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,002 miles
Since last MOT+16,467 miles
PASS
Mileage102,535 miles
Since last MOT+14,458 miles
PASS
Mileage88,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,077 miles
Since last MOT+16,607 miles
PASS
Mileage71,470 miles
Since last MOT+15,430 miles
PASS
Mileage56,040 miles
Since last MOT+14,773 miles
PASS
Mileage41,267 miles
Since last MOT+13,875 miles
PASS
Mileage27,392 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 BBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About CA05 BBU

What car is CA05 BBU?

CA05 BBU is a red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.

What is the mileage of CA05 BBU?

The last recorded mileage for CA05 BBU was 236,426 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA05 BBU passed its MOT?

CA05 BBU has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2025.

Is CA05 BBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA05 BBU 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 CA05 BBU?

CA05 BBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.