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PK05 KXJ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 117,676 miles on the clock, averaging 4,033 miles per year, well 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 PK05 KXJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
117,676
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,033

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading117,676 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,033
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK05 KXJ 46k64k82k100k118k '08'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,676 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,676 miles
Since last MOT+1,845 miles
PASS
Mileage115,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,831 miles
Since last MOT+2,732 miles
PASS
Mileage113,099 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,098 miles
Since last MOT+2,161 miles
PASS
Mileage110,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,937 miles
Since last MOT+2,125 miles
PASS
Mileage108,812 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,811 miles
Since last MOT+2,613 miles
PASS
Mileage106,198 miles
Since last MOT+4,221 miles
PASS
Mileage101,977 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,975 miles
Since last MOT+2,111 miles
PASS
Mileage99,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,864 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage94,810 miles
Since last MOT+3,034 miles
PASS
Mileage91,776 miles
Since last MOT+7,552 miles
PASS
Mileage84,224 miles
Since last MOT+7,645 miles
PASS
Mileage76,579 miles
Since last MOT+5,078 miles
PASS
Mileage71,501 miles
Since last MOT+2,371 miles
PASS
Mileage69,130 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage67,328 miles
Since last MOT+6,900 miles
PASS
Mileage60,428 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,428 miles
Since last MOT+14,044 miles
PASS
Mileage46,384 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 KXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PK05 KXJ

What car is PK05 KXJ?

PK05 KXJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PK05 KXJ?

The last recorded mileage for PK05 KXJ was 117,676 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK05 KXJ passed its MOT?

PK05 KXJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is PK05 KXJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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