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KJ55 AKP

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 60,153 miles on the clock, averaging 2,666 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 AKP

MOT Status
Due date passed
60,153
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
90%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,666

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading60,153 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,879
Average per year2,666
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ55 AKP 15k26k37k49k60k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage60,153 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage56,274 miles
Since last MOT+1,408 miles
PASS
Mileage54,866 miles
Since last MOT+1,402 miles
PASS
Mileage53,464 miles
Since last MOT+2,299 miles
PASS
Mileage51,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,165 miles
Since last MOT+2,208 miles
PASS
Mileage48,957 miles
Since last MOT+583 miles
PASS
Mileage48,374 miles
Since last MOT+957 miles
PASS
Mileage47,417 miles
Since last MOT+2,274 miles
PASS
Mileage45,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,829 miles
PASS
Mileage42,314 miles
Since last MOT+3,148 miles
PASS
Mileage39,166 miles
Since last MOT+2,862 miles
PASS
Mileage36,304 miles
Since last MOT+3,419 miles
PASS
Mileage32,885 miles
Since last MOT+3,554 miles
PASS
Mileage29,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,331 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage25,753 miles
Since last MOT+3,216 miles
PASS
Mileage22,537 miles
Since last MOT+3,783 miles
PASS
Mileage18,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,143 miles
PASS
Mileage14,611 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 AKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
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 AKP

What car is KJ55 AKP?

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

What is the mileage of KJ55 AKP?

The last recorded mileage for KJ55 AKP was 60,153 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ55 AKP passed its MOT?

KJ55 AKP has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2025.

Is KJ55 AKP ULEZ compliant?

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

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