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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 135,087 miles on the clock, averaging 9,472 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 EO55 JZX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,087 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 9,472 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EO55 JZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EO55 JZX
What car is EO55 JZX?
EO55 JZX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EO55 JZX?
The last recorded mileage for EO55 JZX was 135,087 miles, recorded on 21 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO55 JZX passed its MOT?
EO55 JZX has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2020.
Is EO55 JZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO55 JZX 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 EO55 JZX?
EO55 JZX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.