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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 123,036 miles on the clock, averaging 5,614 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 MA05 HRP
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 | 123,036 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,796 |
| Average per year | 5,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | MA05 HRP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MA05 HRP
What car is MA05 HRP?
MA05 HRP is an yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MA05 HRP?
The last recorded mileage for MA05 HRP was 123,036 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA05 HRP passed its MOT?
MA05 HRP has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jul 2026.
Is MA05 HRP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA05 HRP 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 MA05 HRP?
MA05 HRP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.