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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 98,359 miles on the clock, averaging 4,847 miles per year, well below 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 DS05 UWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,847 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | DS05 UWM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DS05 UWM
What car is DS05 UWM?
DS05 UWM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS05 UWM?
The last recorded mileage for DS05 UWM was 98,359 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS05 UWM passed its MOT?
DS05 UWM has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2025.
Is DS05 UWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS05 UWM 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 DS05 UWM?
DS05 UWM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.