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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 25,007 miles on the clock, averaging 1,120 miles per year, well 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 YL05 ODT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 25,007 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 810 |
| Average per year | 1,120 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YL05 ODT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 ODT
What car is YL05 ODT?
YL05 ODT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 ODT?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 ODT was 25,007 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 ODT passed its MOT?
YL05 ODT has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is YL05 ODT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 ODT 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 YL05 ODT?
YL05 ODT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.