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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 89,140 miles on the clock, averaging 5,379 miles per year, 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 PY05 EBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 5,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | PY05 EBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PY05 EBN
What car is PY05 EBN?
PY05 EBN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY05 EBN?
The last recorded mileage for PY05 EBN was 89,140 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY05 EBN passed its MOT?
PY05 EBN has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2023.
Is PY05 EBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY05 EBN 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 PY05 EBN?
PY05 EBN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.