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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 97,847 miles on the clock, averaging 5,282 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 HW05 HDG
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 | 97,847 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,131 |
| Average per year | 5,282 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | HW05 HDG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HW05 HDG
What car is HW05 HDG?
HW05 HDG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW05 HDG?
The last recorded mileage for HW05 HDG was 97,847 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW05 HDG passed its MOT?
HW05 HDG has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2024.
Is HW05 HDG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW05 HDG 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 HW05 HDG?
HW05 HDG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.