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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 46,858 miles on the clock, averaging 1,423 miles per year, well 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 MD05 OTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,858 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 625 |
| Average per year | 1,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MD05 OTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MD05 OTE
What car is MD05 OTE?
MD05 OTE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MD05 OTE?
The last recorded mileage for MD05 OTE was 46,858 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD05 OTE passed its MOT?
MD05 OTE has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is MD05 OTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD05 OTE 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 MD05 OTE?
MD05 OTE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.