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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 148,421 miles on the clock, averaging 8,068 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 CV55 OUU
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 | 148,421 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 141 |
| Average per year | 8,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | CV55 OUU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CV55 OUU
What car is CV55 OUU?
CV55 OUU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CV55 OUU?
The last recorded mileage for CV55 OUU was 148,421 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV55 OUU passed its MOT?
CV55 OUU has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is CV55 OUU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV55 OUU 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 OUU?
CV55 OUU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.