Vehicle summary
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 137,859 miles on the clock, averaging 6,643 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 KY55 EHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,727 |
| Average per year | 6,643 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KY55 EHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KY55 EHW
What car is KY55 EHW?
KY55 EHW is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KY55 EHW?
The last recorded mileage for KY55 EHW was 137,859 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY55 EHW passed its MOT?
KY55 EHW has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is KY55 EHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY55 EHW 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 KY55 EHW?
KY55 EHW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.