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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 125,215 miles on the clock, averaging 13,404 miles per year, above 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 HT05 ARX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 13,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | HT05 ARX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HT05 ARX
What car is HT05 ARX?
HT05 ARX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HT05 ARX?
The last recorded mileage for HT05 ARX was 125,215 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT05 ARX passed its MOT?
HT05 ARX has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2016.
Is HT05 ARX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT05 ARX 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 HT05 ARX?
HT05 ARX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.