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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 101,295 miles on the clock, averaging 7,785 miles per year, around 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 YR05 JPX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,295 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,785 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR05 JPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YR05 JPX
What car is YR05 JPX?
YR05 JPX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR05 JPX?
The last recorded mileage for YR05 JPX was 101,295 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR05 JPX passed its MOT?
YR05 JPX has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2019.
Is YR05 JPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR05 JPX 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 YR05 JPX?
YR05 JPX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.