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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 104,722 miles on the clock, averaging 5,891 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 AO55 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,722 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | AO55 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AO55 BWU
What car is AO55 BWU?
AO55 BWU is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AO55 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for AO55 BWU was 104,722 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO55 BWU passed its MOT?
AO55 BWU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2021.
Is AO55 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 BWU 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 AO55 BWU?
AO55 BWU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.