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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 77,261 miles on the clock, averaging 2,504 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 HB55 PAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,261 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,286 |
| Average per year | 2,504 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | HB55 PAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HB — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HB55 PAV
What car is HB55 PAV?
HB55 PAV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HB55 PAV?
The last recorded mileage for HB55 PAV was 77,261 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HB55 PAV passed its MOT?
HB55 PAV has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is HB55 PAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HB55 PAV 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 HB55 PAV?
HB55 PAV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.