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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 112,485 miles on the clock, averaging 4,563 miles per year, well 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 NRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 112,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,044 |
| Average per year | 4,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 NRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 NRL
What car is DG05 NRL?
DG05 NRL is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 NRL?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 NRL was 112,485 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 NRL passed its MOT?
DG05 NRL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.
Is DG05 NRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 NRL 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 NRL?
DG05 NRL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.