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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 15 (52% pass rate). It has 140,283 miles on the clock, averaging 6,891 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 CE55 PAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | CE55 PAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CE55 PAO
What car is CE55 PAO?
CE55 PAO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CE55 PAO?
The last recorded mileage for CE55 PAO was 140,283 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE55 PAO passed its MOT?
CE55 PAO has had 31 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (16 passes, 15 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is CE55 PAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE55 PAO 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 CE55 PAO?
CE55 PAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.