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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 125,767 miles on the clock, averaging 9,086 miles per year, above 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 WLF
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
Above average| Latest reading | 125,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 9,086 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 WLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WLF
What car is DG05 WLF?
DG05 WLF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 WLF?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 WLF was 125,767 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 WLF passed its MOT?
DG05 WLF has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.
Is DG05 WLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 WLF 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 WLF?
DG05 WLF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.