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 1396cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 131,479 miles on the clock, averaging 14,466 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MW55 EYS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,224 |
| Average per year | 14,466 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW55 EYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MW55 EYS
What car is MW55 EYS?
MW55 EYS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW55 EYS?
The last recorded mileage for MW55 EYS was 131,479 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW55 EYS passed its MOT?
MW55 EYS has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2016.
Is MW55 EYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW55 EYS 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 MW55 EYS?
MW55 EYS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.