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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 163,274 miles on the clock, averaging 14,253 miles per year, above 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 DF05 CWO
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
Above average| Latest reading | 163,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF05 CWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DF05 CWO
What car is DF05 CWO?
DF05 CWO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 CWO?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 CWO was 163,274 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 CWO passed its MOT?
DF05 CWO has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2018.
Is DF05 CWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF05 CWO 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 DF05 CWO?
DF05 CWO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.