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KJ55 AFY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 124,435 miles on the clock, averaging 7,939 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 KJ55 AFY

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,435
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,939

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,435 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,403
Average per year7,939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ55 AFY 30k53k77k101k124k '08'20'14

Check KJ55 AFY

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage124,435 miles
Since last MOT+4,403 miles
PASS
Mileage120,032 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,032 miles
Since last MOT+7,850 miles
PASS
Mileage112,182 miles
Since last MOT+6,363 miles
PASS
Mileage105,819 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage101,960 miles
Since last MOT+2,524 miles
PASS
Mileage99,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,670 miles
PASS
Mileage89,766 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,765 miles
Since last MOT+12,097 miles
PASS
Mileage77,668 miles
Since last MOT+10,031 miles
PASS
Mileage67,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,637 miles
Since last MOT+10,200 miles
PASS
Mileage57,437 miles
Since last MOT+8,278 miles
PASS
Mileage49,159 miles
Since last MOT+8,009 miles
PASS
Mileage41,150 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,146 miles
Since last MOT+11,418 miles
PASS
Mileage29,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,728 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 AFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
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 AFY

What car is KJ55 AFY?

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

What is the mileage of KJ55 AFY?

The last recorded mileage for KJ55 AFY was 124,435 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ55 AFY passed its MOT?

KJ55 AFY has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 24 Aug 2020.

Is KJ55 AFY ULEZ compliant?

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

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