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 Petrol 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 132,171 miles on the clock, averaging 6,054 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 YMU
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
Below average| Latest reading | 132,171 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 6,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | WV05 YMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WV05 YMU
What car is WV05 YMU?
WV05 YMU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WV05 YMU?
The last recorded mileage for WV05 YMU was 132,171 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV05 YMU passed its MOT?
WV05 YMU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is WV05 YMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 YMU 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 YMU?
WV05 YMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.