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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 121,131 miles on the clock, averaging 7,086 miles per year, 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 YX05 VFD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,376 |
| Average per year | 7,086 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YX05 VFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YX — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YX05 VFD
What car is YX05 VFD?
YX05 VFD is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YX05 VFD?
The last recorded mileage for YX05 VFD was 121,131 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YX05 VFD passed its MOT?
YX05 VFD has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2016.
Is YX05 VFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YX05 VFD 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 YX05 VFD?
YX05 VFD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.