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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 123,611 miles on the clock, averaging 9,053 miles per year, above 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 OPB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,611 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,148 |
| Average per year | 9,053 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 OPB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NC05 OPB
What car is NC05 OPB?
NC05 OPB is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC05 OPB?
The last recorded mileage for NC05 OPB was 123,611 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC05 OPB passed its MOT?
NC05 OPB has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2015.
Is NC05 OPB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC05 OPB 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 NC05 OPB?
NC05 OPB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.