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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 66,155 miles on the clock, averaging 6,804 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 VA05 RLO
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 | 66,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,804 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | VA05 RLO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About VA05 RLO
What car is VA05 RLO?
VA05 RLO is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VA05 RLO?
The last recorded mileage for VA05 RLO was 66,155 miles, recorded on 21 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA05 RLO passed its MOT?
VA05 RLO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2016.
Is VA05 RLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA05 RLO 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 VA05 RLO?
VA05 RLO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.