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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 117,297 miles on the clock, averaging 7,117 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 AK55 OPC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,297 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,980 |
| Average per year | 7,117 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 OPC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 OPC
What car is AK55 OPC?
AK55 OPC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 OPC?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 OPC was 117,297 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 OPC passed its MOT?
AK55 OPC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2019.
Is AK55 OPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 OPC 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 OPC?
AK55 OPC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.