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PK05 GZG

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 97,332 miles on the clock, averaging 6,074 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 PK05 GZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,332
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,074

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,332 miles
Reading date
Miles last year41,041
Average per year6,074
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK05 GZG 25k43k61k79k97k '08'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,332 miles
Since last MOT+41,041 miles
PASS
Mileage56,291 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,297 miles
Since last MOT+2,340 miles
PASS
Mileage93,957 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,903 miles
Since last MOT+5,833 miles
PASS
Mileage88,070 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,069 miles
Since last MOT+4,561 miles
PASS
Mileage83,508 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,507 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage77,784 miles
Since last MOT+4,073 miles
PASS
Mileage73,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,711 miles
Since last MOT+8,378 miles
PASS
Mileage65,333 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,289 miles
Since last MOT+7,328 miles
PASS
Mileage57,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,961 miles
Since last MOT+8,133 miles
PASS
Mileage49,828 miles
Since last MOT+7,976 miles
PASS
Mileage41,852 miles
Since last MOT+1,556 miles
PASS
Mileage40,296 miles
Since last MOT+6,828 miles
PASS
Mileage33,468 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,467 miles
Since last MOT+8,767 miles
PASS
Mileage24,700 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 GZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PK05 GZG

What car is PK05 GZG?

PK05 GZG is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PK05 GZG?

The last recorded mileage for PK05 GZG was 97,332 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK05 GZG passed its MOT?

PK05 GZG has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2020.

Is PK05 GZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK05 GZG 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 PK05 GZG?

PK05 GZG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.