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 1400cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 93,270 miles on the clock, averaging 4,900 miles per year, well below 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 YA05 OFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,900 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YA05 OFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YA05 OFJ
What car is YA05 OFJ?
YA05 OFJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YA05 OFJ?
The last recorded mileage for YA05 OFJ was 93,270 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA05 OFJ passed its MOT?
YA05 OFJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2025.
Is YA05 OFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA05 OFJ 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 YA05 OFJ?
YA05 OFJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.