2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · DY05 VEL
2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 25/03/2005. Recorded mileage 172,511 miles. MOT valid until 06/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,511 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1422cc
DY05 VEL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 172,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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DY05 VEL Mileage History
- 17/06/2022152,423 mi
- 23/06/2023168,429 mi+16,006 mi
- 21/06/2024169,672 mi+1,243 mi
- 07/07/2025171,084 mi+1,412 mi
- 08/07/2026172,511 mi+1,427 mi
Average of roughly 4,951 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DY05 VEL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (DY05 VEL) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 23 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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