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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 160,916 miles on the clock, averaging 12,150 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FX05 XDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,916 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,443 |
| Average per year | 12,150 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FX05 XDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FX05 XDP
What car is FX05 XDP?
FX05 XDP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FX05 XDP?
The last recorded mileage for FX05 XDP was 160,916 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX05 XDP passed its MOT?
FX05 XDP has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 6 Sep 2018.
Is FX05 XDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX05 XDP 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 FX05 XDP?
FX05 XDP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.