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DG55 BJU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 61,515 miles on the clock, averaging 6,832 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for DG55 BJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,515
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,832

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading61,515 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17
Average per year6,832
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DG55 BJU 16k27k39k50k62k '08'15'12

Check DG55 BJU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,515 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,498 miles
Since last MOT+9,793 miles
PASS
Mileage51,705 miles
Since last MOT+5,095 miles
PASS
Mileage46,610 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,609 miles
Since last MOT+7,067 miles
PASS
Mileage39,542 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,521 miles
Since last MOT+5,378 miles
PASS
Mileage34,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,702 miles
PASS
Mileage26,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,293 miles
PASS
Mileage24,148 miles
Since last MOT+8,368 miles
PASS
Mileage15,780 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 BJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About DG55 BJU

What car is DG55 BJU?

DG55 BJU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DG55 BJU?

The last recorded mileage for DG55 BJU was 61,515 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG55 BJU passed its MOT?

DG55 BJU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2015.

Is DG55 BJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 BJU 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 DG55 BJU?

DG55 BJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.