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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 122,148 miles on the clock, averaging 7,582 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 NV05 HCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,148 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | NV05 HCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NV05 HCU
What car is NV05 HCU?
NV05 HCU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stockton in 2005.
What is the mileage of NV05 HCU?
The last recorded mileage for NV05 HCU was 122,148 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV05 HCU passed its MOT?
NV05 HCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2020.
Is NV05 HCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV05 HCU 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 NV05 HCU?
NV05 HCU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.