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 1390cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 43,903 miles on the clock, averaging 3,477 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for ML05 BUA
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,903 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,477 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML05 BUA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ML05 BUA
What car is ML05 BUA?
ML05 BUA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML05 BUA?
The last recorded mileage for ML05 BUA was 43,903 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML05 BUA passed its MOT?
ML05 BUA has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2014.
Is ML05 BUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 BUA 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 ML05 BUA?
ML05 BUA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.