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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 147,462 miles on the clock, averaging 8,141 miles per year, around 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 XUB
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
About average| Latest reading | 147,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 XUB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XUB
What car is MK55 XUB?
MK55 XUB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 XUB?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 XUB was 147,462 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 XUB passed its MOT?
MK55 XUB has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2020.
Is MK55 XUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 XUB 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 XUB?
MK55 XUB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.