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AJ55 AXX

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 243,863 miles on the clock, averaging 15,615 miles per year, above 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 AJ55 AXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
243,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
15,615

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading243,863 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,615
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ55 AXX 47k96k145k195k244k '08'21'15

Check AJ55 AXX

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage243,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage243,863 miles
Since last MOT+18,051 miles
PASS
Mileage225,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage225,812 miles
Since last MOT+12,339 miles
PASS
Mileage213,473 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage213,473 miles
Since last MOT+16,703 miles
PASS
Mileage196,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage196,770 miles
Since last MOT+21,499 miles
PASS
Mileage175,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,271 miles
Since last MOT+7,861 miles
PASS
Mileage167,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,410 miles
Since last MOT+8,086 miles
PASS
Mileage159,324 miles
Since last MOT+22,593 miles
PASS
Mileage136,731 miles
Since last MOT+17,350 miles
PASS
Mileage119,381 miles
Since last MOT+29,849 miles
PASS
Mileage89,532 miles
Since last MOT+18,749 miles
PASS
Mileage70,783 miles
Since last MOT+15,781 miles
PASS
Mileage55,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,002 miles
Since last MOT+8,085 miles
PASS
Mileage46,917 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,894 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

RegistrationAJ55 AXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AJ55 AXX

What car is AJ55 AXX?

AJ55 AXX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AJ55 AXX?

The last recorded mileage for AJ55 AXX was 243,863 miles, recorded on 6 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ55 AXX passed its MOT?

AJ55 AXX has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2021.

Is AJ55 AXX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 AXX 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 AJ55 AXX?

AJ55 AXX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.