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WM05 GZU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 9 (50% pass rate). It has 152,287 miles on the clock, averaging 9,196 miles per year, above 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 WM05 GZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,287
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,196

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,287 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,025
Average per year9,196
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM05 GZU 48k74k100k126k152k '08'19'15

Check WM05 GZU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,287 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage147,262 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,721 miles
PASS
Mileage142,540 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,454 miles
Since last MOT+6,008 miles
PASS
Mileage136,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,446 miles
Since last MOT+4,480 miles
PASS
Mileage131,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,966 miles
Since last MOT+5,446 miles
PASS
Mileage126,520 miles
Since last MOT+8,396 miles
PASS
Mileage118,124 miles
Since last MOT+10,745 miles
PASS
Mileage107,379 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,373 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,119 miles
Since last MOT+6,598 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,521 miles
Since last MOT+17,882 miles
PASS
Mileage76,639 miles
Since last MOT+16,984 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,655 miles
Since last MOT+11,200 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,455 miles

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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

RegistrationWM05 GZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WM05 GZU

What car is WM05 GZU?

WM05 GZU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WM05 GZU?

The last recorded mileage for WM05 GZU was 152,287 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM05 GZU passed its MOT?

WM05 GZU has had 18 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (9 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2019.

Is WM05 GZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM05 GZU 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 WM05 GZU?

WM05 GZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.