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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 121,150 miles on the clock, averaging 11,916 miles per year, above 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 VXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 11,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 VXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VXZ
What car is MT55 VXZ?
MT55 VXZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 VXZ?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 VXZ was 121,150 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 VXZ passed its MOT?
MT55 VXZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2018.
Is MT55 VXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 VXZ 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 VXZ?
MT55 VXZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.