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KJ55 AEU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 126,591 miles on the clock, averaging 6,095 miles per year, 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 KJ55 AEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,591
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,095

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

Below average
Latest reading126,591 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,852
Average per year6,095
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ55 AEU 24k50k75k101k127k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,591 miles
Since last MOT+1,852 miles
PASS
Mileage124,739 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,738 miles
Since last MOT+18,876 miles
PASS
Mileage123,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,862 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage121,109 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,085 miles
Since last MOT+3,170 miles
PASS
Mileage117,915 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage116,215 miles
Since last MOT+3,145 miles
PASS
Mileage113,070 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,062 miles
Since last MOT+824 miles
PASS
Mileage112,238 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage105,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,698 miles
Since last MOT+8,750 miles
PASS
Mileage96,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage90,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,022 miles
Since last MOT+6,458 miles
PASS
Mileage83,564 miles
Since last MOT+12,703 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,861 miles
Since last MOT+12,841 miles
PASS
Mileage58,020 miles
Since last MOT+8,904 miles
PASS
Mileage49,116 miles
Since last MOT+8,387 miles
PASS
Mileage40,729 miles
Since last MOT+16,358 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,371 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 AEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KJ55 AEU

What car is KJ55 AEU?

KJ55 AEU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KJ55 AEU?

The last recorded mileage for KJ55 AEU was 126,591 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ55 AEU passed its MOT?

KJ55 AEU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2025.

Is KJ55 AEU ULEZ compliant?

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

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