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 1390cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 128,573 miles on the clock, averaging 6,614 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 RE05 HVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE05 HVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RE05 HVT
What car is RE05 HVT?
RE05 HVT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 HVT?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 HVT was 128,573 miles, recorded on 1 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 HVT passed its MOT?
RE05 HVT has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2024.
Is RE05 HVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 HVT 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 RE05 HVT?
RE05 HVT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.