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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 125,806 miles on the clock, averaging 8,371 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FY55 MVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,041 |
| Average per year | 8,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FY55 MVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FY55 MVL
What car is FY55 MVL?
FY55 MVL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY55 MVL?
The last recorded mileage for FY55 MVL was 125,806 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY55 MVL passed its MOT?
FY55 MVL has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.
Is FY55 MVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 MVL 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 FY55 MVL?
FY55 MVL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.