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KP55 KVU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1900cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 136,549 miles on the clock, averaging 8,814 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 KP55 KVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,549
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,814

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 reading136,549 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,659
Average per year8,814
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP55 KVU 15k46k76k106k137k '08'22'15

Check KP55 KVU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage136,549 miles
Since last MOT+3,659 miles
PASS
Mileage132,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,890 miles
Since last MOT+11,305 miles
PASS
Mileage121,585 miles
Since last MOT+10,890 miles
PASS
Mileage110,695 miles
Since last MOT+11,004 miles
PASS
Mileage99,691 miles
Since last MOT+11,578 miles
PASS
Mileage88,113 miles
Since last MOT+6,056 miles
PASS
Mileage82,057 miles
Since last MOT+237 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,820 miles
Since last MOT+6,659 miles
PASS
Mileage75,161 miles
Since last MOT+4,815 miles
PASS
Mileage70,346 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
PASS
Mileage63,013 miles
Since last MOT+9,483 miles
PASS
Mileage53,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,530 miles
Since last MOT+8,379 miles
PASS
Mileage45,151 miles
Since last MOT+5,679 miles
PASS
Mileage39,472 miles
Since last MOT+11,819 miles
PASS
Mileage27,653 miles
Since last MOT+12,214 miles
PASS
Mileage15,439 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

RegistrationKP55 KVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KP55 KVU

What car is KP55 KVU?

KP55 KVU is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KP55 KVU?

The last recorded mileage for KP55 KVU was 136,549 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP55 KVU passed its MOT?

KP55 KVU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 25 Jul 2022.

Is KP55 KVU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP55 KVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KP55 KVU?

KP55 KVU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.