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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 82,197 miles on the clock, averaging 5,187 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 KW05 KWV
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 | 82,197 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,289 |
| Average per year | 5,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 KWV |
| 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 KWV
What car is KW05 KWV?
KW05 KWV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KW05 KWV?
The last recorded mileage for KW05 KWV was 82,197 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW05 KWV passed its MOT?
KW05 KWV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2017.
Is KW05 KWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW05 KWV 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 KWV?
KW05 KWV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.