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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 16,450 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 CW05 ETX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 16,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -148,057 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CW05 ETX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CW — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CW05 ETX
What car is CW05 ETX?
CW05 ETX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bangor in 2005.
What is the mileage of CW05 ETX?
The last recorded mileage for CW05 ETX was 16,450 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CW05 ETX passed its MOT?
CW05 ETX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2019.
Is CW05 ETX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CW05 ETX 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 CW05 ETX?
CW05 ETX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.