Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 96,128 miles on the clock, averaging 6,367 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 MJ55 BMV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,876 |
| Average per year | 6,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MJ55 BMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MJ55 BMV
What car is MJ55 BMV?
MJ55 BMV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ55 BMV?
The last recorded mileage for MJ55 BMV was 96,128 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ55 BMV passed its MOT?
MJ55 BMV has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 11 Sep 2018.
Is MJ55 BMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ55 BMV 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 MJ55 BMV?
MJ55 BMV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.