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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 151,966 miles on the clock, averaging 8,126 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KW05 KWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 273 |
| Average per year | 8,126 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KW05 KWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KW05 KWU
What car is KW05 KWU?
KW05 KWU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KW05 KWU?
The last recorded mileage for KW05 KWU was 151,966 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW05 KWU passed its MOT?
KW05 KWU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.
Is KW05 KWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW05 KWU 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 KW05 KWU?
KW05 KWU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.