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KP05 EAE

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 73,198 miles on the clock, averaging 3,949 miles per year, well 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 KP05 EAE

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,949

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,741
Average per year3,949
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP05 EAE 16k30k45k59k73k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage73,198 miles
Since last MOT+20,741 miles
PASS
Mileage52,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,095 miles
PASS
Mileage51,362 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,360 miles
Since last MOT+2,999 miles
PASS
Mileage48,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,361 miles
Since last MOT+792 miles
PASS
Mileage47,569 miles
Since last MOT+1,496 miles
PASS
Mileage46,073 miles
FAIL
Mileage465,073 miles
Since last MOT+421,589 miles
PASS
Mileage43,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,661 miles
PASS
Mileage40,823 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage36,709 miles
Since last MOT+4,159 miles
PASS
Mileage32,550 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,544 miles
Since last MOT+3,559 miles
PASS
Mileage28,985 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage25,534 miles
Since last MOT+3,765 miles
PASS
Mileage21,769 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage18,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,826 miles
PASS
Mileage15,956 miles

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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

RegistrationKP05 EAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KP05 EAE

What car is KP05 EAE?

KP05 EAE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KP05 EAE?

The last recorded mileage for KP05 EAE was 73,198 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP05 EAE passed its MOT?

KP05 EAE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2022.

Is KP05 EAE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP05 EAE 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 KP05 EAE?

KP05 EAE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.