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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 83,449 miles on the clock, averaging 6,653 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CF05 XEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,723 |
| Average per year | 6,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CF05 XEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CF — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CF05 XEW
What car is CF05 XEW?
CF05 XEW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CF05 XEW?
The last recorded mileage for CF05 XEW was 83,449 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CF05 XEW passed its MOT?
CF05 XEW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2017.
Is CF05 XEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CF05 XEW 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 CF05 XEW?
CF05 XEW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.