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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 125,072 miles on the clock, averaging 8,733 miles per year, around 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 VO05 MGY
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,072 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | VO05 MGY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About VO05 MGY
What car is VO05 MGY?
VO05 MGY is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VO05 MGY?
The last recorded mileage for VO05 MGY was 125,072 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO05 MGY passed its MOT?
VO05 MGY has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2019.
Is VO05 MGY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO05 MGY 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 VO05 MGY?
VO05 MGY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.