Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 134,486 miles on the clock, averaging 7,434 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for EF05 TZM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,399 |
| Average per year | 7,434 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EF05 TZM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 TZM
What car is EF05 TZM?
EF05 TZM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 TZM?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 TZM was 134,486 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 TZM passed its MOT?
EF05 TZM has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2021.
Is EF05 TZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 TZM 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 EF05 TZM?
EF05 TZM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.