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FM05 HDL

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 76,819 miles on the clock, averaging 3,533 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 FM05 HDL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,819
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,533

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,819 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM05 HDL 15k30k46k61k77k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,819 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,819 miles
Since last MOT+4,703 miles
PASS
Mileage72,116 miles
Since last MOT+3,774 miles
PASS
Mileage68,342 miles
Since last MOT+1,935 miles
PASS
Mileage66,407 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,404 miles
Since last MOT+2,023 miles
PASS
Mileage64,381 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,381 miles
Since last MOT+2,030 miles
PASS
Mileage62,351 miles
Since last MOT+1,653 miles
PASS
Mileage60,698 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage59,109 miles
Since last MOT+2,053 miles
PASS
Mileage57,056 miles
Since last MOT+1,788 miles
PASS
Mileage55,268 miles
Since last MOT+1,843 miles
PASS
Mileage53,425 miles
Since last MOT+1,283 miles
PASS
Mileage52,142 miles
Since last MOT+1,363 miles
PASS
Mileage50,779 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage47,426 miles
Since last MOT+3,873 miles
PASS
Mileage43,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,553 miles
Since last MOT+4,509 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,044 miles
Since last MOT+8,886 miles
PASS
Mileage30,158 miles
Since last MOT+12,173 miles
PASS
Mileage17,985 miles
Since last MOT+3,282 miles
PASS
Mileage14,703 miles

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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

RegistrationFM05 HDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FM05 HDL

What car is FM05 HDL?

FM05 HDL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FM05 HDL?

The last recorded mileage for FM05 HDL was 76,819 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM05 HDL passed its MOT?

FM05 HDL has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.

Is FM05 HDL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 HDL 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 FM05 HDL?

FM05 HDL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.