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 Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 131,142 miles on the clock, averaging 6,425 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 WR05 LRE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42 |
| Average per year | 6,425 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | WR05 LRE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WR05 LRE
What car is WR05 LRE?
WR05 LRE is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 LRE?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 LRE was 131,142 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 LRE passed its MOT?
WR05 LRE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2023.
Is WR05 LRE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 LRE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WR05 LRE?
WR05 LRE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.