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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 55,961 miles on the clock, averaging 3,914 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 VXW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VXW |
| 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 VXW
What car is YP05 VXW?
YP05 VXW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP05 VXW?
The last recorded mileage for YP05 VXW was 55,961 miles, recorded on 12 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP05 VXW passed its MOT?
YP05 VXW has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2017.
Is YP05 VXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP05 VXW 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 VXW?
YP05 VXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.