VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2005-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 105 SPORT

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2005-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 105 SPORT is a five-door supermini, competing with the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa. Compact and easy to park, it suits town driving and offers passenger space and a practical boot. Sport trim and a 1.6 engine give it a livelier feel than standard versions.

Across 103 mycarcheck.com checks covering 40 distinct VINs, this model has a useful ownership snapshot. The average private-sale valuation was £1,700, while average recorded mileage was 86,000 miles and annual use about 6,000 miles. Checked cars had around 4.2 previous keepers on average, so review each vehicle’s history before buying.

Its 1.6 105 engine gives it livelier performance than small hatchbacks, while five doors make access easy. This Polo suits commuting, errands and family use, offering manageable size with extra pace. Against Fiesta and Corsa rivals, it is a familiar, well-rounded choice. Check condition, service history and mileage before buying.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 40 different vehicles, run between March 29th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.

103
Lookups

7
Hidden Histories

92k
Average Mileage

£1,700
Average Valuation