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WV05 VZL

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 103,778 miles on the clock, averaging 5,041 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 WV05 VZL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,041

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,778 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,840
Average per year5,041
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV05 VZL 14k37k59k81k104k '08'25'16

Check WV05 VZL

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,778 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage98,938 miles
Since last MOT+4,096 miles
PASS
Mileage94,842 miles
Since last MOT+4,411 miles
PASS
Mileage90,431 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,431 miles
Since last MOT+3,157 miles
PASS
Mileage87,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,274 miles
Since last MOT+1,164 miles
PASS
Mileage86,110 miles
Since last MOT+2,685 miles
PASS
Mileage83,425 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage80,836 miles
Since last MOT+4,459 miles
PASS
Mileage76,377 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,372 miles
Since last MOT+9,875 miles
PASS
Mileage66,497 miles
Since last MOT+7,039 miles
PASS
Mileage59,458 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,434 miles
Since last MOT+5,275 miles
PASS
Mileage54,159 miles
Since last MOT+6,674 miles
PASS
Mileage47,485 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,429 miles
Since last MOT+6,240 miles
PASS
Mileage41,189 miles
Since last MOT+9,494 miles
PASS
Mileage31,695 miles
Since last MOT+4,324 miles
PASS
Mileage27,371 miles
Since last MOT+4,571 miles
PASS
Mileage22,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,800 miles
Since last MOT+4,505 miles
PASS
Mileage18,295 miles
Since last MOT+3,826 miles
PASS
Mileage14,469 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 VZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WV05 VZL

What car is WV05 VZL?

WV05 VZL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WV05 VZL?

The last recorded mileage for WV05 VZL was 103,778 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV05 VZL passed its MOT?

WV05 VZL has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2025.

Is WV05 VZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 VZL 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 WV05 VZL?

WV05 VZL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.