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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 59,000 miles on the clock, averaging 6,095 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 RH05 REA
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 | 59,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,276 |
| Average per year | 6,095 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RH05 REA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RH — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RH05 REA
What car is RH05 REA?
RH05 REA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RH05 REA?
The last recorded mileage for RH05 REA was 59,000 miles, recorded on 14 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RH05 REA passed its MOT?
RH05 REA has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2016.
Is RH05 REA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RH05 REA 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 RH05 REA?
RH05 REA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.