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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 139,936 miles on the clock, averaging 7,149 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 YGR
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 | 139,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 YGR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YGR
What car is OY05 YGR?
OY05 YGR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 YGR?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 YGR was 139,936 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 YGR passed its MOT?
OY05 YGR has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2025.
Is OY05 YGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 YGR 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 YGR?
OY05 YGR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.