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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 97,557 miles on the clock, averaging 5,409 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 RY05 UYK
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 | 97,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,409 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | RY05 UYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RY05 UYK
What car is RY05 UYK?
RY05 UYK is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 UYK?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 UYK was 97,557 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 UYK passed its MOT?
RY05 UYK has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2020.
Is RY05 UYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 UYK 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 RY05 UYK?
RY05 UYK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.