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 Petrol 1400cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 127,151 miles on the clock, averaging 7,460 miles per year, around 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 FT05 BFA
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
About average| Latest reading | 127,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,460 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FT05 BFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FT05 BFA
What car is FT05 BFA?
FT05 BFA is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FT05 BFA?
The last recorded mileage for FT05 BFA was 127,151 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT05 BFA passed its MOT?
FT05 BFA has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2019.
Is FT05 BFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT05 BFA 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 FT05 BFA?
FT05 BFA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.