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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 51,497 miles on the clock, averaging 6,139 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 DG05 ECX
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 | 51,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,139 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | DG05 ECX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DG05 ECX
What car is DG05 ECX?
DG05 ECX is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 ECX?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 ECX was 51,497 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 ECX passed its MOT?
DG05 ECX has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jan 2012.
Is DG05 ECX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 ECX 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 DG05 ECX?
DG05 ECX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.