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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 132,014 miles on the clock, averaging 6,748 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 DA05 BCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 346 |
| Average per year | 6,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DA05 BCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DA05 BCY
What car is DA05 BCY?
DA05 BCY is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DA05 BCY?
The last recorded mileage for DA05 BCY was 132,014 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA05 BCY passed its MOT?
DA05 BCY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2024.
Is DA05 BCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 BCY 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 DA05 BCY?
DA05 BCY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.