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FE55 XTS

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 96,009 miles on the clock, averaging 7,829 miles per year, around 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 FE55 XTS

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,829

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading96,009 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,829
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE55 XTS 16k36k56k76k96k '08'18'13

Check FE55 XTS

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,009 miles
Since last MOT+6,048 miles
PASS
Mileage89,961 miles
Since last MOT+8,968 miles
PASS
Mileage80,993 miles
Since last MOT+10,036 miles
PASS
Mileage70,957 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage64,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,525 miles
Since last MOT+6,673 miles
PASS
Mileage57,852 miles
Since last MOT+11,559 miles
PASS
Mileage46,293 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,293 miles
Since last MOT+10,227 miles
PASS
Mileage36,066 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage28,663 miles
Since last MOT+7,217 miles
PASS
Mileage21,446 miles
Since last MOT+5,280 miles
PASS
Mileage16,166 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,166 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

RegistrationFE55 XTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FE55 XTS

What car is FE55 XTS?

FE55 XTS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FE55 XTS?

The last recorded mileage for FE55 XTS was 96,009 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE55 XTS passed its MOT?

FE55 XTS has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2018.

Is FE55 XTS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE55 XTS 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 FE55 XTS?

FE55 XTS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.