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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 137,430 miles on the clock, averaging 7,832 miles per year, around 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 LYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,430 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,076 |
| Average per year | 7,832 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LYG |
| 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 LYG
What car is WR05 LYG?
WR05 LYG is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 LYG?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 LYG was 137,430 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 LYG passed its MOT?
WR05 LYG has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2020.
Is WR05 LYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 LYG 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 LYG?
WR05 LYG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.