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FP05 EXT

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 74,275 miles on the clock, averaging 4,436 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 FP05 EXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,275
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,436

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 reading74,275 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year4,436
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP05 EXT 19k33k47k61k74k '08'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,275 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,265 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage63,836 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage61,493 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,490 miles
Since last MOT+2,127 miles
PASS
Mileage59,363 miles
Since last MOT+2,385 miles
PASS
Mileage56,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,978 miles
Since last MOT+2,821 miles
PASS
Mileage54,157 miles
Since last MOT+2,665 miles
PASS
Mileage51,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,413 miles
PASS
Mileage48,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,079 miles
Since last MOT+3,298 miles
PASS
Mileage44,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,781 miles
Since last MOT+5,094 miles
PASS
Mileage39,687 miles
Since last MOT+6,873 miles
PASS
Mileage32,814 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,792 miles
Since last MOT+6,685 miles
PASS
Mileage26,107 miles
Since last MOT+6,707 miles
PASS
Mileage19,400 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

RegistrationFP05 EXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FP05 EXT

What car is FP05 EXT?

FP05 EXT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FP05 EXT?

The last recorded mileage for FP05 EXT was 74,275 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP05 EXT passed its MOT?

FP05 EXT has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2020.

Is FP05 EXT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP05 EXT 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 FP05 EXT?

FP05 EXT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.