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KJ55 AEK

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 44,380 miles on the clock, averaging 2,278 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 KJ55 AEK

MOT Status
Due date passed
44,380
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2009
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
2,278

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 reading44,380 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year2,278
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ55 AEK 11k19k28k36k44k '09'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,380 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,378 miles
Since last MOT+6,262 miles
PASS
Mileage38,116 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,081 miles
Since last MOT+4,589 miles
PASS
Mileage33,492 miles
Since last MOT+901 miles
PASS
Mileage32,591 miles
Since last MOT+639 miles
PASS
Mileage31,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,952 miles
PASS
Mileage63,593 miles
Since last MOT+34,204 miles
PASS
Mileage29,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,389 miles
Since last MOT+1,837 miles
PASS
Mileage27,552 miles
Since last MOT+2,421 miles
PASS
Mileage25,131 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,131 miles
Since last MOT+2,643 miles
PASS
Mileage22,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,713 miles
PASS
Mileage19,775 miles
Since last MOT+3,045 miles
PASS
Mileage16,730 miles
Since last MOT+3,064 miles
PASS
Mileage13,666 miles
Since last MOT+2,863 miles
PASS
Mileage10,803 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

RegistrationKJ55 AEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KJ55 AEK

What car is KJ55 AEK?

KJ55 AEK is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KJ55 AEK?

The last recorded mileage for KJ55 AEK was 44,380 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ55 AEK passed its MOT?

KJ55 AEK has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2023.

Is KJ55 AEK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ55 AEK 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 KJ55 AEK?

KJ55 AEK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.