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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 161,725 miles on the clock, averaging 7,858 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CV55 LUR
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
About average| Latest reading | 161,725 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,980 |
| Average per year | 7,858 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CV55 LUR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CV55 LUR
What car is CV55 LUR?
CV55 LUR is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CV55 LUR?
The last recorded mileage for CV55 LUR was 161,725 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV55 LUR passed its MOT?
CV55 LUR has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2026.
Is CV55 LUR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV55 LUR 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 CV55 LUR?
CV55 LUR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.