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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 107,741 miles on the clock, averaging 5,233 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 EF55 VZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,741 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,081 |
| Average per year | 5,233 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EF55 VZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EF55 VZW
What car is EF55 VZW?
EF55 VZW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EF55 VZW?
The last recorded mileage for EF55 VZW was 107,741 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF55 VZW passed its MOT?
EF55 VZW has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2025.
Is EF55 VZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF55 VZW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EF55 VZW?
EF55 VZW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.