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OY05 WYZ

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 102,188 miles on the clock, averaging 5,749 miles per year, below 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 WYZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,188
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,749

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,188 miles
Reading date
Miles last year115
Average per year5,749
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY05 WYZ 20k40k61k82k102k '08'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,188 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,073 miles
Since last MOT+5,912 miles
PASS
Mileage96,161 miles
Since last MOT+3,027 miles
PASS
Mileage93,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,134 miles
Since last MOT+1,758 miles
PASS
Mileage91,376 miles
Since last MOT+3,438 miles
PASS
Mileage87,938 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
PASS
Mileage81,966 miles
Since last MOT+9,310 miles
PASS
Mileage72,656 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,656 miles
Since last MOT+16,565 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,079 miles
PASS
Mileage51,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,012 miles
Since last MOT+6,458 miles
PASS
Mileage44,554 miles
Since last MOT+7,814 miles
PASS
Mileage36,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,780 miles
PASS
Mileage30,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,960 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,916 miles
Since last MOT+6,040 miles
PASS
Mileage24,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,876 miles
Since last MOT+5,000 miles
PASS
Mileage19,876 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

RegistrationOY05 WYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OY05 WYZ

What car is OY05 WYZ?

OY05 WYZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OY05 WYZ?

The last recorded mileage for OY05 WYZ was 102,188 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY05 WYZ passed its MOT?

OY05 WYZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2022.

Is OY05 WYZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 WYZ 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 WYZ?

OY05 WYZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.