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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 101,121 miles on the clock, averaging 5,333 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 CU05 AXO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,333 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | CU05 AXO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CU05 AXO
What car is CU05 AXO?
CU05 AXO is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CU05 AXO?
The last recorded mileage for CU05 AXO was 101,121 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU05 AXO passed its MOT?
CU05 AXO has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is CU05 AXO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU05 AXO 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 CU05 AXO?
CU05 AXO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.