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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 151,476 miles on the clock, averaging 10,522 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 ND55 DPU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,476 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,715 |
| Average per year | 10,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | ND55 DPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About ND55 DPU
What car is ND55 DPU?
ND55 DPU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of ND55 DPU?
The last recorded mileage for ND55 DPU was 151,476 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND55 DPU passed its MOT?
ND55 DPU has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 23 Nov 2020.
Is ND55 DPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND55 DPU 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 ND55 DPU?
ND55 DPU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.