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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 8,843 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 ST05 GBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 8,843 miles |
| Reading date | |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ST05 GBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ST05 GBE
What car is ST05 GBE?
ST05 GBE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of ST05 GBE?
The last recorded mileage for ST05 GBE was 8,843 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST05 GBE passed its MOT?
ST05 GBE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2017.
Is ST05 GBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST05 GBE 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 ST05 GBE?
ST05 GBE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.