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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 108,904 miles on the clock, averaging 5,303 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 HW05 HDO
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 | 108,904 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,303 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | HW05 HDO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 HDO
What car is HW05 HDO?
HW05 HDO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HW05 HDO?
The last recorded mileage for HW05 HDO was 108,904 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW05 HDO passed its MOT?
HW05 HDO has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2022.
Is HW05 HDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW05 HDO 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 HDO?
HW05 HDO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.