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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 170,916 miles on the clock, averaging 9,966 miles per year, above 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 MD55 OEP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,916 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,966 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD55 OEP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MD55 OEP
What car is MD55 OEP?
MD55 OEP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MD55 OEP?
The last recorded mileage for MD55 OEP was 170,916 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD55 OEP passed its MOT?
MD55 OEP has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2019.
Is MD55 OEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD55 OEP is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MD55 OEP?
MD55 OEP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.