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FY55 RZR

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 78,449 miles on the clock, averaging 4,206 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 FY55 RZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,449
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,206

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 reading78,449 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,490
Average per year4,206
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY55 RZR 13k29k46k62k78k '08'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage78,449 miles
Since last MOT+2,490 miles
PASS
Mileage75,959 miles
Since last MOT+3,189 miles
PASS
Mileage72,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,158 miles
PASS
Mileage69,612 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,606 miles
Since last MOT+3,748 miles
PASS
Mileage65,858 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,849 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage61,127 miles
Since last MOT+7,143 miles
PASS
Mileage53,984 miles
Since last MOT+7,731 miles
PASS
Mileage46,253 miles
Since last MOT+26,304 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,949 miles
PASS
Mileage35,643 miles
Since last MOT+8,118 miles
PASS
Mileage27,525 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,522 miles
Since last MOT+4,519 miles
PASS
Mileage23,003 miles
Since last MOT+2,602 miles
PASS
Mileage20,401 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage18,790 miles
Since last MOT+1,614 miles
PASS
Mileage17,176 miles
Since last MOT+1,840 miles
PASS
Mileage15,336 miles
Since last MOT+2,707 miles
PASS
Mileage12,629 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

RegistrationFY55 RZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FY55 RZR

What car is FY55 RZR?

FY55 RZR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FY55 RZR?

The last recorded mileage for FY55 RZR was 78,449 miles, recorded on 10 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY55 RZR passed its MOT?

FY55 RZR has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 10 May 2024.

Is FY55 RZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 RZR 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 RZR?

FY55 RZR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.