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WP05 KJZ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 1400cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 98,327 miles on the clock, averaging 5,961 miles per year, below 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 WP05 KJZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,327
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,961

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,327 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,543
Average per year5,961
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP05 KJZ 32k49k65k82k98k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,327 miles
Since last MOT+5,543 miles
PASS
Mileage92,784 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,784 miles
Since last MOT+7,271 miles
PASS
Mileage85,513 miles
Since last MOT+4,185 miles
PASS
Mileage81,328 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,215 miles
Since last MOT+6,812 miles
PASS
Mileage74,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,403 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage69,291 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage63,150 miles
Since last MOT+3,616 miles
PASS
Mileage59,534 miles
Since last MOT+4,670 miles
PASS
Mileage54,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,864 miles
Since last MOT+3,619 miles
PASS
Mileage51,245 miles
PASS
Mileage57,223 miles
Since last MOT+17,831 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,392 miles
Since last MOT+7,251 miles
PASS
Mileage32,141 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,119 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

RegistrationWP05 KJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WP05 KJZ

What car is WP05 KJZ?

WP05 KJZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WP05 KJZ?

The last recorded mileage for WP05 KJZ was 98,327 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP05 KJZ passed its MOT?

WP05 KJZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2019.

Is WP05 KJZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP05 KJZ 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 WP05 KJZ?

WP05 KJZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.