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 117,652 miles on the clock, averaging 7,478 miles per year, around 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 AK55 CXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,803 |
| Average per year | 7,478 |
| 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 | AK55 CXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 CXW
What car is AK55 CXW?
AK55 CXW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 CXW?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 CXW was 117,652 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 CXW passed its MOT?
AK55 CXW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2022.
Is AK55 CXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 CXW 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 AK55 CXW?
AK55 CXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.