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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 62,916 miles on the clock, averaging 3,117 miles per year, well 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 EL55 SEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,916 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,117 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EL55 SEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EL55 SEC
What car is EL55 SEC?
EL55 SEC is an white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EL55 SEC?
The last recorded mileage for EL55 SEC was 62,916 miles, recorded on 8 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL55 SEC passed its MOT?
EL55 SEC has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2025.
Is EL55 SEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL55 SEC 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 EL55 SEC?
EL55 SEC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.