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AO55 BXH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 38,215 miles on the clock, averaging 1,503 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 AO55 BXH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
38,215
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
1,503

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 reading38,215 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,503
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO55 BXH 12k19k25k32k38k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,215 miles
Since last MOT+1,905 miles
PASS
Mileage36,310 miles
Since last MOT+1,709 miles
PASS
Mileage34,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,601 miles
Since last MOT+1,405 miles
PASS
Mileage33,196 miles
Since last MOT+900 miles
PASS
Mileage32,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,296 miles
Since last MOT+1,241 miles
PASS
Mileage31,055 miles
Since last MOT+997 miles
PASS
Mileage30,058 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,056 miles
Since last MOT+1,007 miles
PASS
Mileage29,049 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,049 miles
Since last MOT+1,460 miles
PASS
Mileage27,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,589 miles
Since last MOT+1,346 miles
PASS
Mileage26,243 miles
Since last MOT+1,361 miles
PASS
Mileage24,882 miles
Since last MOT+1,281 miles
PASS
Mileage23,601 miles
Since last MOT+2,234 miles
PASS
Mileage21,367 miles
Since last MOT+2,169 miles
PASS
Mileage19,198 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,277 miles
PASS
Mileage16,918 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,916 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage15,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,044 miles
PASS
Mileage12,344 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

RegistrationAO55 BXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AO55 BXH

What car is AO55 BXH?

AO55 BXH is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AO55 BXH?

The last recorded mileage for AO55 BXH was 38,215 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO55 BXH passed its MOT?

AO55 BXH has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is AO55 BXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 BXH 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 BXH?

AO55 BXH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.