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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 79,782 miles on the clock, averaging 6,087 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 MF05 VAE
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 | 79,782 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,477 |
| Average per year | 6,087 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | MF05 VAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MF05 VAE
What car is MF05 VAE?
MF05 VAE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MF05 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for MF05 VAE was 79,782 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF05 VAE passed its MOT?
MF05 VAE has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2020.
Is MF05 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF05 VAE 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 MF05 VAE?
MF05 VAE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.