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PX05 UBK

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 13 (54% pass rate). It has 191,563 miles on the clock, averaging 9,517 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 PX05 UBK

MOT Status
Due date passed
191,563
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2008
54%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
9,517

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading191,563 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,528
Average per year9,517
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX05 UBK 60k93k126k159k192k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage191,563 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage190,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,035 miles
Since last MOT+1,532 miles
PASS
Mileage188,503 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage188,501 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage188,492 miles
Since last MOT+4,783 miles
PASS
Mileage183,709 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,707 miles
Since last MOT+598 miles
PASS
Mileage183,109 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,106 miles
Since last MOT+1,396 miles
PASS
Mileage181,710 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,667 miles
Since last MOT+7,807 miles
PASS
Mileage173,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,624 miles
PASS
Mileage167,236 miles
Since last MOT+15,833 miles
PASS
Mileage151,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,403 miles
Since last MOT+13,542 miles
PASS
Mileage137,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,861 miles
Since last MOT+16,181 miles
PASS
Mileage121,680 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,679 miles
Since last MOT+16,487 miles
PASS
Mileage105,192 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,146 miles
Since last MOT+13,741 miles
PASS
Mileage91,405 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,381 miles
Since last MOT+15,018 miles
PASS
Mileage76,363 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,341 miles
Since last MOT+16,722 miles
PASS
Mileage59,619 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 UBK
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 UBK

What car is PX05 UBK?

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

What is the mileage of PX05 UBK?

The last recorded mileage for PX05 UBK was 191,563 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX05 UBK passed its MOT?

PX05 UBK has had 28 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (15 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2022.

Is PX05 UBK ULEZ compliant?

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

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