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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 163,015 miles on the clock, averaging 10,573 miles per year, above 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 LYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,573 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 LYD |
| 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 LYD
What car is WR05 LYD?
WR05 LYD is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 LYD?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 LYD was 163,015 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 LYD passed its MOT?
WR05 LYD has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2021.
Is WR05 LYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 LYD 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 LYD?
WR05 LYD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.