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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 177,339 miles on the clock, averaging 10,113 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 OY05 UYA
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
Above average| Latest reading | 177,339 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,113 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY05 UYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OY05 UYA
What car is OY05 UYA?
OY05 UYA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 UYA?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 UYA was 177,339 miles, recorded on 19 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 UYA passed its MOT?
OY05 UYA has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2023.
Is OY05 UYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 UYA 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 OY05 UYA?
OY05 UYA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.