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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 118,870 miles on the clock, averaging 7,371 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 MK55 VUG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 VUG |
| 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 VUG
What car is MK55 VUG?
MK55 VUG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 VUG?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 VUG was 118,870 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 VUG passed its MOT?
MK55 VUG has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2021.
Is MK55 VUG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 VUG 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 VUG?
MK55 VUG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.