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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 72,260 miles on the clock, averaging 3,611 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 YP05 LRA
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,260 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YP05 LRA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YP05 LRA
What car is YP05 LRA?
YP05 LRA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP05 LRA?
The last recorded mileage for YP05 LRA was 72,260 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP05 LRA passed its MOT?
YP05 LRA has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2023.
Is YP05 LRA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP05 LRA 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 YP05 LRA?
YP05 LRA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.