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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 99,983 miles on the clock, averaging 4,016 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 EU55 YVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 72 |
| Average per year | 4,016 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | EU55 YVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EU55 YVP
What car is EU55 YVP?
EU55 YVP is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EU55 YVP?
The last recorded mileage for EU55 YVP was 99,983 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU55 YVP passed its MOT?
EU55 YVP has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is EU55 YVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU55 YVP 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 EU55 YVP?
EU55 YVP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.