2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.9L Diesel · WR05 LZG
2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.9L, diesel). First registered 23 May 2005. Recorded mileage 124,072 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,072 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR05 LZG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/10/2026
- 124,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WR05 LZG 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 (WR05 LZG) between August 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke on hard acceleration (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”; “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
WR05 LZG Mileage History
- 23/08/2023120,146 mi
- 27/08/2024122,551 mi+2,405 mi
- 27/08/2024122,551 mi
- 04/08/2025123,501 mi+950 mi
- 01/10/2026124,072 mi+571 mi
Average of roughly 1,264 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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