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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 99,971 miles on the clock, averaging 5,906 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 KXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,971 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 130 |
| Average per year | 5,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 KXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 KXV
What car is KW05 KXV?
KW05 KXV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KW05 KXV?
The last recorded mileage for KW05 KXV was 99,971 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW05 KXV passed its MOT?
KW05 KXV has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 31 Dec 2020.
Is KW05 KXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW05 KXV 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 KXV?
KW05 KXV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.