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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 118,357 miles on the clock, averaging 7,972 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DF05 MZV
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DF05 MZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 MZV
What car is DF05 MZV?
DF05 MZV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF05 MZV?
The last recorded mileage for DF05 MZV was 118,357 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF05 MZV passed its MOT?
DF05 MZV has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2020.
Is DF05 MZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF05 MZV 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 MZV?
DF05 MZV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.