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PX05 GXZ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 86,050 miles on the clock, averaging 5,197 miles per year, 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 PX05 GXZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,050
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,197

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,050 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,693
Average per year5,197
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX05 GXZ 13k31k50k68k86k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,050 miles
Since last MOT+12,693 miles
PASS
Mileage73,357 miles
Since last MOT+9,765 miles
PASS
Mileage63,592 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,592 miles
Since last MOT+8,693 miles
PASS
Mileage54,899 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,857 miles
Since last MOT+5,667 miles
PASS
Mileage49,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,190 miles
PASS
Mileage126,555 miles
Since last MOT+77,520 miles
PASS
Mileage49,035 miles
Since last MOT+5,340 miles
PASS
Mileage43,695 miles
Since last MOT+458 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,237 miles
Since last MOT+1,172 miles
PASS
Mileage42,065 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,051 miles
Since last MOT+3,558 miles
PASS
Mileage38,493 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,454 miles
Since last MOT+3,471 miles
PASS
Mileage34,983 miles
Since last MOT+3,469 miles
PASS
Mileage31,514 miles
Since last MOT+4,781 miles
PASS
Mileage26,733 miles
Since last MOT+5,322 miles
PASS
Mileage21,411 miles
Since last MOT+8,441 miles
PASS
Mileage12,970 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

RegistrationPX05 GXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PX05 GXZ

What car is PX05 GXZ?

PX05 GXZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PX05 GXZ?

The last recorded mileage for PX05 GXZ was 86,050 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX05 GXZ passed its MOT?

PX05 GXZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2022.

Is PX05 GXZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX05 GXZ 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 PX05 GXZ?

PX05 GXZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.