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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 111,440 miles on the clock, averaging 5,235 miles per year, 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 HT05 SGZ
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
Below average| Latest reading | 111,440 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,779 |
| Average per year | 5,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 SGZ |
| 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 SGZ
What car is HT05 SGZ?
HT05 SGZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HT05 SGZ?
The last recorded mileage for HT05 SGZ was 111,440 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT05 SGZ passed its MOT?
HT05 SGZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2021.
Is HT05 SGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT05 SGZ 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 SGZ?
HT05 SGZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.