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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 232,407 miles on the clock, averaging 9,632 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OY05 YGZ
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
Above average| Latest reading | 232,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,773 |
| Average per year | 9,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | OY05 YGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OY05 YGZ
What car is OY05 YGZ?
OY05 YGZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 YGZ?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 YGZ was 232,407 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 YGZ passed its MOT?
OY05 YGZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is OY05 YGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 YGZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OY05 YGZ?
OY05 YGZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.