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OU05 VYH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 138,051 miles on the clock, averaging 9,229 miles per year, above 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 OU05 VYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,051
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,229

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading138,051 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year9,229
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU05 VYH 20k49k79k108k138k '08'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage138,051 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,033 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,006 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,979 miles
Since last MOT+14,225 miles
PASS
Mileage123,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,754 miles
Since last MOT+3,747 miles
PASS
Mileage120,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,007 miles
Since last MOT+13,206 miles
PASS
Mileage106,801 miles
Since last MOT+18,273 miles
PASS
Mileage88,528 miles
Since last MOT+21,122 miles
PASS
Mileage67,406 miles
Since last MOT+15,737 miles
PASS
Mileage51,669 miles
Since last MOT+6,430 miles
PASS
Mileage45,239 miles
Since last MOT+8,603 miles
PASS
Mileage36,636 miles
Since last MOT+3,807 miles
PASS
Mileage32,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,084 miles
PASS
Mileage25,745 miles
Since last MOT+6,165 miles
PASS
Mileage19,580 miles

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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

RegistrationOU05 VYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OU05 VYH

What car is OU05 VYH?

OU05 VYH is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OU05 VYH?

The last recorded mileage for OU05 VYH was 138,051 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU05 VYH passed its MOT?

OU05 VYH has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 28 Jan 2021.

Is OU05 VYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU05 VYH 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 OU05 VYH?

OU05 VYH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.