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AF55 GYT

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 86,875 miles on the clock, averaging 5,048 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AF55 GYT

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,875
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,048

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,875 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,048
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF55 GYT 26k42k57k72k87k '08'20'15

Check AF55 GYT

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,875 miles
Since last MOT+2,431 miles
PASS
Mileage84,444 miles
Since last MOT+11,212 miles
PASS
Mileage73,232 miles
Since last MOT+1,010 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,222 miles
Since last MOT+14,412 miles
PASS
Mileage57,810 miles
Since last MOT+5,114 miles
PASS
Mileage52,696 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,696 miles
Since last MOT+5,927 miles
PASS
Mileage46,769 miles
Since last MOT+3,149 miles
PASS
Mileage43,620 miles
Since last MOT+973 miles
PASS
Mileage42,647 miles
Since last MOT+2,052 miles
PASS
Mileage40,595 miles
Since last MOT+4,367 miles
PASS
Mileage36,228 miles
Since last MOT+4,076 miles
PASS
Mileage32,152 miles
Since last MOT+5,699 miles
PASS
Mileage26,453 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 GYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AF55 GYT

What car is AF55 GYT?

AF55 GYT is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AF55 GYT?

The last recorded mileage for AF55 GYT was 86,875 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF55 GYT passed its MOT?

AF55 GYT has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2020.

Is AF55 GYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 GYT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF55 GYT?

AF55 GYT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.