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WV05 WHS

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 138,058 miles on the clock, averaging 9,456 miles per year, above 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 WV05 WHS

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,058
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
9,456

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading138,058 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year9,456
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV05 WHS 39k63k88k113k138k '08'18'13

Check WV05 WHS

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,058 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,054 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage133,929 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,918 miles
Since last MOT+8,686 miles
PASS
Mileage125,232 miles
Since last MOT+5,900 miles
PASS
Mileage119,332 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,869 miles
PASS
Mileage117,462 miles
Since last MOT+11,817 miles
PASS
Mileage105,645 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,623 miles
Since last MOT+9,732 miles
PASS
Mileage95,891 miles
Since last MOT+16,657 miles
PASS
Mileage79,234 miles
Since last MOT+17,398 miles
PASS
Mileage61,836 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,229 miles
PASS
Mileage59,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,604 miles
Since last MOT+13,171 miles
PASS
Mileage46,433 miles
Since last MOT+7,800 miles
PASS
Mileage38,633 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

RegistrationWV05 WHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WV05 WHS

What car is WV05 WHS?

WV05 WHS is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WV05 WHS?

The last recorded mileage for WV05 WHS was 138,058 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV05 WHS passed its MOT?

WV05 WHS has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2018.

Is WV05 WHS ULEZ compliant?

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

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