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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 80,974 miles on the clock, averaging 3,011 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 DY05 UAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,974 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 61 |
| Average per year | 3,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DY05 UAW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DY05 UAW
What car is DY05 UAW?
DY05 UAW is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DY05 UAW?
The last recorded mileage for DY05 UAW was 80,974 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY05 UAW passed its MOT?
DY05 UAW has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.
Is DY05 UAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 UAW 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 DY05 UAW?
DY05 UAW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.