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AK55 UMH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 87,735 miles on the clock, averaging 4,412 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 AK55 UMH

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,735
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,412

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,735 miles
Reading date
Miles last year360
Average per year4,412
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK55 UMH 24k40k56k72k88k '08'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,735 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
PASS
Mileage87,375 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,993 miles
PASS
Mileage83,362 miles
Since last MOT+3,354 miles
PASS
Mileage80,008 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,008 miles
Since last MOT+2,903 miles
PASS
Mileage77,105 miles
Since last MOT+6,581 miles
PASS
Mileage70,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,740 miles
PASS
Mileage65,784 miles
Since last MOT+4,700 miles
PASS
Mileage61,084 miles
Since last MOT+4,627 miles
PASS
Mileage56,457 miles
Since last MOT+5,019 miles
PASS
Mileage51,438 miles
Since last MOT+5,135 miles
PASS
Mileage46,303 miles
Since last MOT+5,603 miles
PASS
Mileage40,700 miles
Since last MOT+6,621 miles
PASS
Mileage34,079 miles
Since last MOT+6,075 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,004 miles
Since last MOT+4,286 miles
PASS
Mileage23,718 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 UMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AK55 UMH

What car is AK55 UMH?

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

What is the mileage of AK55 UMH?

The last recorded mileage for AK55 UMH was 87,735 miles, recorded on 3 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK55 UMH passed its MOT?

AK55 UMH has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2023.

Is AK55 UMH ULEZ compliant?

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

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