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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 18,884 miles on the clock, averaging 5,662 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 WM05 LXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 18,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,635 |
| Average per year | 5,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | WM05 LXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WM05 LXT
What car is WM05 LXT?
WM05 LXT is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WM05 LXT?
The last recorded mileage for WM05 LXT was 18,884 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM05 LXT passed its MOT?
WM05 LXT has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jul 2022.
Is WM05 LXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM05 LXT 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 LXT?
WM05 LXT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.