Vehicle summary
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 86,326 miles on the clock, averaging 6,133 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 XRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,133 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AF55 XRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AF55 XRU
What car is AF55 XRU?
AF55 XRU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AF55 XRU?
The last recorded mileage for AF55 XRU was 86,326 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF55 XRU passed its MOT?
AF55 XRU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2020.
Is AF55 XRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 XRU 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 XRU?
AF55 XRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.