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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 115,059 miles on the clock, averaging 9,279 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 PK05 VPM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,059 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,279 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | PK05 VPM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PK05 VPM
What car is PK05 VPM?
PK05 VPM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PK05 VPM?
The last recorded mileage for PK05 VPM was 115,059 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK05 VPM passed its MOT?
PK05 VPM has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2018.
Is PK05 VPM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK05 VPM 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 VPM?
PK05 VPM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.