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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1498cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 70,354 miles on the clock, averaging 2,427 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 XWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,354 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 XWV |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 XWV
What car is PL05 XWV?
PL05 XWV is a black Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 XWV?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 XWV was 70,354 miles, recorded on 3 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 XWV passed its MOT?
PL05 XWV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2023.
Is PL05 XWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 XWV 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 XWV?
PL05 XWV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.