The road tax status for WR05 LXW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for WR05 LXW?

The MOT for WR05 LXW is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 June 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of WR05 LXW?

The recorded mileage for WR05 LXW is 194,605 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is WR05 LXW ULEZ compliant?

No, WR05 LXW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.9L Diesel · WR05 LXW

WR05 LXW

2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.9L, diesel). First registered 27 May 2005. Recorded mileage 194,605 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jun 2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2005 · Bristol
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 20 Jun 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 194,605 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

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WR05 LXW Key Findings

33 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 05/08/2026
194,605 miles recorded at latest MOT
15 historical MOT failures
20 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (38 mentions)

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WR05 LXW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Oct 2026, 10:52

MOT Analysis

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33 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (WR05 LXW) between May 2008 and August 2026.

The record contains 18 passes and 15 failures.

The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (38 issues), Lighting (30 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 87 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 Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”.

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WR05 LXW Mileage History

23/05/200838,797 mi
28/05/200838,799 mi+2 mi
28/05/200951,204 mi+12,405 mi
24/07/201060,713 mi+9,509 mi
24/07/201060,713 mi
16/07/201176,004 mi+15,291 mi
27/07/201289,823 mi+13,819 mi
27/07/201289,823 mi
19/07/201399,804 mi+9,981 mi
25/07/2014110,616 mi+10,812 mi
25/07/2014110,616 mi
24/07/2015121,162 mi+10,546 mi
24/07/2015121,162 mi
22/07/2016132,477 mi+11,315 mi
22/07/2016132,478 mi+1 mi
21/07/2017144,276 mi+11,798 mi
21/07/2017144,277 mi+1 mi
27/07/2018155,686 mi+11,409 mi
27/07/2018155,686 mi
12/07/2019167,165 mi+11,479 mi
12/01/2021175,767 mi+8,602 mi
12/01/2021175,769 mi+2 mi
06/01/2022179,279 mi+3,510 mi
13/01/2022179,279 mi
04/01/2023183,751 mi+4,472 mi
15/01/2024189,154 mi+5,403 mi
16/01/2024189,156 mi+2 mi
22/06/2024191,073 mi+1,917 mi
22/06/2024191,073 mi
03/06/2025193,051 mi+1,978 mi
03/06/2025193,051 mi
18/06/2026194,566 mi+1,515 mi
05/08/2026194,605 mi+39 mi

Average of roughly 8,560 miles per year across 33 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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