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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 73,430 miles on the clock, averaging 3,211 miles per year, well 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 MK55 HVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,430 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MK55 HVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MK55 HVJ
What car is MK55 HVJ?
MK55 HVJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 HVJ?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 HVJ was 73,430 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 HVJ passed its MOT?
MK55 HVJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is MK55 HVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 HVJ 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 MK55 HVJ?
MK55 HVJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.