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 Diesel 1896cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 104,806 miles on the clock, averaging 11,628 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RE05 JJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,684 |
| Average per year | 11,628 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | RE05 JJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RE05 JJL
What car is RE05 JJL?
RE05 JJL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 JJL?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 JJL was 104,806 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 JJL passed its MOT?
RE05 JJL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Feb 2014.
Is RE05 JJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 JJL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE05 JJL?
RE05 JJL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.