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DG55 OJF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 1400cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 174,452 miles on the clock, averaging 18,248 miles per year, above 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 DG55 OJF

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,452
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
18,248

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,452 miles
Reading date
Average per year18,248
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG55 OJF 53k83k114k144k174k '08'15'12

Check DG55 OJF

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,452 miles
Since last MOT+12,001 miles
PASS
Mileage162,451 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,451 miles
Since last MOT+147,966 miles
PASS
Mileage14,485 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,485 miles
Since last MOT+13,183 miles
PASS
Mileage127,302 miles
Since last MOT+19,739 miles
PASS
Mileage107,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,563 miles
Since last MOT+32,967 miles
PASS
Mileage74,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,596 miles
Since last MOT+21,750 miles
PASS
Mileage52,846 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 OJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About DG55 OJF

What car is DG55 OJF?

DG55 OJF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DG55 OJF?

The last recorded mileage for DG55 OJF was 174,452 miles, recorded on 2 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG55 OJF passed its MOT?

DG55 OJF has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2015.

Is DG55 OJF ULEZ compliant?

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

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