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 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 101,274 miles on the clock, averaging 5,443 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 CX05 XBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,274 |
| Average per year | 5,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | CX05 XBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CX05 XBC
What car is CX05 XBC?
CX05 XBC is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bangor in 2005.
What is the mileage of CX05 XBC?
The last recorded mileage for CX05 XBC was 101,274 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CX05 XBC passed its MOT?
CX05 XBC has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2022.
Is CX05 XBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX05 XBC 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 CX05 XBC?
CX05 XBC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.