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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 118,193 miles on the clock, averaging 5,801 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 NK05 WCX
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 | 118,193 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,196 |
| Average per year | 5,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | NK05 WCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NK05 WCX
What car is NK05 WCX?
NK05 WCX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NK05 WCX?
The last recorded mileage for NK05 WCX was 118,193 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK05 WCX passed its MOT?
NK05 WCX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2023.
Is NK05 WCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK05 WCX 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 NK05 WCX?
NK05 WCX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.