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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 66,492 miles on the clock, averaging 2,762 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 PL05 XDW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | PL05 XDW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 XDW
What car is PL05 XDW?
PL05 XDW is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 XDW?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 XDW was 66,492 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 XDW passed its MOT?
PL05 XDW has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is PL05 XDW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 XDW 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 XDW?
PL05 XDW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.