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 2013 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1199cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 145,842 miles on the clock, averaging 13,096 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EL05 MAB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,096 |
| Average per year | 13,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL05 MAB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EL05 MAB
What car is EL05 MAB?
EL05 MAB is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.
What is the mileage of EL05 MAB?
The last recorded mileage for EL05 MAB was 145,842 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL05 MAB passed its MOT?
EL05 MAB has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2025.
Is EL05 MAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL05 MAB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EL05 MAB?
EL05 MAB is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.