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EX55 WCP

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 89,307 miles on the clock, averaging 4,365 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 EX55 WCP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
89,307
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,365

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,307 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,365
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX55 WCP 13k32k51k70k89k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,307 miles
Since last MOT+7,226 miles
PASS
Mileage82,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,081 miles
Since last MOT+8,035 miles
PASS
Mileage74,046 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,045 miles
Since last MOT+9,534 miles
PASS
Mileage64,511 miles
Since last MOT+3,876 miles
PASS
Mileage60,635 miles
Since last MOT+1,029 miles
PASS
Mileage59,606 miles
Since last MOT+777 miles
PASS
Mileage58,829 miles
Since last MOT+2,317 miles
PASS
Mileage56,512 miles
Since last MOT+2,382 miles
PASS
Mileage54,130 miles
Since last MOT+2,325 miles
PASS
Mileage51,805 miles
Since last MOT+2,208 miles
PASS
Mileage49,597 miles
Since last MOT+2,809 miles
PASS
Mileage46,788 miles
Since last MOT+4,332 miles
PASS
Mileage42,456 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage35,320 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,320 miles
Since last MOT+5,060 miles
PASS
Mileage30,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,706 miles
PASS
Mileage25,554 miles
Since last MOT+4,324 miles
PASS
Mileage21,230 miles
Since last MOT+3,804 miles
PASS
Mileage17,426 miles
Since last MOT+4,699 miles
PASS
Mileage12,727 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

RegistrationEX55 WCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EX55 WCP

What car is EX55 WCP?

EX55 WCP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EX55 WCP?

The last recorded mileage for EX55 WCP was 89,307 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX55 WCP passed its MOT?

EX55 WCP has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2026.

Is EX55 WCP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX55 WCP 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 EX55 WCP?

EX55 WCP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.