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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 71,676 miles on the clock, averaging 3,371 miles per year, well 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 VLX
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 VLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VLX
What car is PE05 VLX?
PE05 VLX is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PE05 VLX?
The last recorded mileage for PE05 VLX was 71,676 miles, recorded on 20 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE05 VLX passed its MOT?
PE05 VLX has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2025.
Is PE05 VLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE05 VLX 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 VLX?
PE05 VLX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.