Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 152,706 miles on the clock, averaging 9,836 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KM55 PLV
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,521 |
| Average per year | 9,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KM55 PLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KM55 PLV
What car is KM55 PLV?
KM55 PLV is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KM55 PLV?
The last recorded mileage for KM55 PLV was 152,706 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM55 PLV passed its MOT?
KM55 PLV has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2018.
Is KM55 PLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM55 PLV 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 KM55 PLV?
KM55 PLV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.