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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 122,741 miles on the clock, averaging 5,915 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PE05 VLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,741 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | PE05 VLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PE05 VLV
What car is PE05 VLV?
PE05 VLV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PE05 VLV?
The last recorded mileage for PE05 VLV was 122,741 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE05 VLV passed its MOT?
PE05 VLV has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is PE05 VLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE05 VLV 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 PE05 VLV?
PE05 VLV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.