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AK55 UHD

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 52,806 miles on the clock, averaging 5,187 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 UHD

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,806
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,187

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading52,806 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,327
Average per year5,187
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK55 UHD 22k30k38k45k53k '08'14'11

Check AK55 UHD

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage52,806 miles
Since last MOT+3,327 miles
PASS
Mileage49,479 miles
Since last MOT+4,175 miles
PASS
Mileage45,304 miles
Since last MOT+4,471 miles
PASS
Mileage40,833 miles
Since last MOT+6,427 miles
PASS
Mileage34,406 miles
Since last MOT+6,272 miles
PASS
Mileage28,134 miles
Since last MOT+5,864 miles
PASS
Mileage22,270 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

RegistrationAK55 UHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AK55 UHD

What car is AK55 UHD?

AK55 UHD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AK55 UHD?

The last recorded mileage for AK55 UHD was 52,806 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK55 UHD passed its MOT?

AK55 UHD has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 16 Oct 2014.

Is AK55 UHD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 UHD 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 UHD?

AK55 UHD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.