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EO55 OHG

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 82,636 miles on the clock, averaging 4,507 miles per year, well below 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 OHG

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,636
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,507

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,636 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year4,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO55 OHG 23k38k53k68k83k '08'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,636 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,624 miles
Since last MOT+6,836 miles
PASS
Mileage75,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,788 miles
Since last MOT+8,973 miles
PASS
Mileage66,815 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,912 miles
PASS
Mileage59,903 miles
Since last MOT+7,420 miles
PASS
Mileage52,483 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,473 miles
Since last MOT+1,167 miles
PASS
Mileage51,306 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,304 miles
Since last MOT+4,360 miles
PASS
Mileage46,944 miles
Since last MOT+2,926 miles
PASS
Mileage44,018 miles
Since last MOT+5,430 miles
PASS
Mileage38,588 miles
Since last MOT+5,029 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,559 miles
Since last MOT+3,754 miles
PASS
Mileage29,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,787 miles
PASS
Mileage26,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,402 miles
PASS
Mileage22,616 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

RegistrationEO55 OHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EO55 OHG

What car is EO55 OHG?

EO55 OHG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO55 OHG?

The last recorded mileage for EO55 OHG was 82,636 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO55 OHG passed its MOT?

EO55 OHG has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2021.

Is EO55 OHG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO55 OHG 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 OHG?

EO55 OHG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.