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 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 181,999 miles on the clock, averaging 8,532 miles per year, around 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 AP55 HRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 181,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,532 |
| 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 | AP55 HRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AP55 HRJ
What car is AP55 HRJ?
AP55 HRJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AP55 HRJ?
The last recorded mileage for AP55 HRJ was 181,999 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP55 HRJ passed its MOT?
AP55 HRJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2023.
Is AP55 HRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP55 HRJ 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 AP55 HRJ?
AP55 HRJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.