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PX05 XXM

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 106,005 miles on the clock, averaging 3,805 miles per year, well 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 XXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,005
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2008
59%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
3,805

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading106,005 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,594
Average per year3,805
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX05 XXM 47k62k77k91k106k '08'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage106,005 miles
Since last MOT+7,594 miles
PASS
Mileage98,411 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,411 miles
Since last MOT+6,193 miles
PASS
Mileage92,218 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,218 miles
Since last MOT+4,133 miles
PASS
Mileage88,085 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,085 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,057 miles
Since last MOT+6,190 miles
PASS
Mileage81,867 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,867 miles
Since last MOT+8,425 miles
PASS
Mileage73,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,442 miles
Since last MOT+3,913 miles
PASS
Mileage69,529 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,511 miles
Since last MOT+4,135 miles
PASS
Mileage65,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,376 miles
Since last MOT+5,556 miles
PASS
Mileage59,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,991 miles
PASS
Mileage54,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,207 miles
PASS
Mileage47,622 miles
Since last MOT+2,410 miles
PASS
Mileage45,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,788 miles
PASS
Mileage42,424 miles
Since last MOT+4,945 miles
PASS
Mileage37,479 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,457 miles
Since last MOT+3,065 miles
PASS
Mileage34,392 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,787 miles
PASS
Mileage30,605 miles
PASS
Mileage47,231 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 XXM
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 XXM

What car is PX05 XXM?

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

What is the mileage of PX05 XXM?

The last recorded mileage for PX05 XXM was 106,005 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX05 XXM passed its MOT?

PX05 XXM has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2023.

Is PX05 XXM ULEZ compliant?

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

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