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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 61,830 miles on the clock, averaging 2,148 miles per year, well 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 AJ55 FTP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,830 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 2,148 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | AJ55 FTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AJ55 FTP
What car is AJ55 FTP?
AJ55 FTP is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AJ55 FTP?
The last recorded mileage for AJ55 FTP was 61,830 miles, recorded on 22 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ55 FTP passed its MOT?
AJ55 FTP has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2025.
Is AJ55 FTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 FTP 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 FTP?
AJ55 FTP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.