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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 119,859 miles on the clock, averaging 7,073 miles per year, 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 FP05 YCW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,073 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FP05 YCW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FP05 YCW
What car is FP05 YCW?
FP05 YCW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FP05 YCW?
The last recorded mileage for FP05 YCW was 119,859 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP05 YCW passed its MOT?
FP05 YCW has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2022.
Is FP05 YCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP05 YCW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FP05 YCW?
FP05 YCW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.