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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 38,799 miles on the clock, averaging 2,236 miles per year, well 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 RE05 LXD
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 38,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 361 |
| Average per year | 2,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RE05 LXD
What car is RE05 LXD?
RE05 LXD is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 LXD?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 LXD was 38,799 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 LXD passed its MOT?
RE05 LXD has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.
Is RE05 LXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 LXD 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 LXD?
RE05 LXD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.