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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 76,822 miles on the clock, averaging 3,916 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 MT55 MPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,822 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,403 |
| Average per year | 3,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MT55 MPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 MPU
What car is MT55 MPU?
MT55 MPU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 MPU?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 MPU was 76,822 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 MPU passed its MOT?
MT55 MPU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2024.
Is MT55 MPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 MPU 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 MT55 MPU?
MT55 MPU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.