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AF55 ZYU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 98,525 miles on the clock, averaging 7,284 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AF55 ZYU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,525
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,284

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,525 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,966
Average per year7,284
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF55 ZYU 39k54k69k84k99k '08'16'11

Check AF55 ZYU

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,525 miles
Since last MOT+4,966 miles
PASS
Mileage93,559 miles
Since last MOT+6,461 miles
PASS
Mileage87,098 miles
Since last MOT+7,910 miles
PASS
Mileage79,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,293 miles
PASS
Mileage69,895 miles
Since last MOT+7,772 miles
PASS
Mileage62,123 miles
Since last MOT+7,345 miles
PASS
Mileage54,778 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,773 miles
Since last MOT+5,061 miles
PASS
Mileage49,712 miles
Since last MOT+1,342 miles
PASS
Mileage48,370 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,370 miles
Since last MOT+9,856 miles
PASS
Mileage38,514 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 ZYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AF55 ZYU

What car is AF55 ZYU?

AF55 ZYU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AF55 ZYU?

The last recorded mileage for AF55 ZYU was 98,525 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF55 ZYU passed its MOT?

AF55 ZYU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2016.

Is AF55 ZYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 ZYU 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 ZYU?

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