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 Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 149,580 miles on the clock, averaging 8,443 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NC05 BFO
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
About average| Latest reading | 149,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | NC05 BFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NC05 BFO
What car is NC05 BFO?
NC05 BFO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC05 BFO?
The last recorded mileage for NC05 BFO was 149,580 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC05 BFO passed its MOT?
NC05 BFO has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2023.
Is NC05 BFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC05 BFO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC05 BFO?
NC05 BFO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.