2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · FM05 UPD
2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 237,388 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 237,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FM05 UPD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 237,388 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FM05 UPD 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 (FM05 UPD) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
FM05 UPD Mileage History
- 20/05/2024231,351 mi
- 23/05/2024231,351 mi
- 02/06/2025234,356 mi+3,005 mi
- 06/06/2025234,356 mi
- 04/06/2026237,388 mi+3,032 mi
Average of roughly 2,960 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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