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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 18,678 miles on the clock, averaging 474 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 MW55 TYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 18,678 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 474 |
| 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 | MW55 TYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MW55 TYK
What car is MW55 TYK?
MW55 TYK is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MW55 TYK?
The last recorded mileage for MW55 TYK was 18,678 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW55 TYK passed its MOT?
MW55 TYK has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2025.
Is MW55 TYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW55 TYK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MW55 TYK?
MW55 TYK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.