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 1400cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 209,997 miles on the clock, averaging 10,549 miles per year, above 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 PL05 VMA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,997 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,001 |
| Average per year | 10,549 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 VMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 VMA
What car is PL05 VMA?
PL05 VMA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 VMA?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 VMA was 209,997 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 VMA passed its MOT?
PL05 VMA has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 3 Nov 2023.
Is PL05 VMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 VMA 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 PL05 VMA?
PL05 VMA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.