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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 91,312 miles on the clock, averaging 7,531 miles per year, around 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 TLN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,327 |
| Average per year | 7,531 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 TLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 TLN
What car is RE05 TLN?
RE05 TLN is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 TLN?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 TLN was 91,312 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 TLN passed its MOT?
RE05 TLN has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Mar 2017.
Is RE05 TLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 TLN 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 TLN?
RE05 TLN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.