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NJ55 HWY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 59,462 miles on the clock, averaging 2,603 miles per year, well below 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 NJ55 HWY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
59,462
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,603

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading59,462 miles
Reading date
Miles last year976
Average per year2,603
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ55 HWY 14k25k37k48k59k '08'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,462 miles
Since last MOT+976 miles
PASS
Mileage58,486 miles
Since last MOT+989 miles
PASS
Mileage57,497 miles
Since last MOT+1,258 miles
PASS
Mileage56,239 miles
Since last MOT+1,123 miles
PASS
Mileage55,116 miles
Since last MOT+971 miles
PASS
Mileage54,145 miles
Since last MOT+490 miles
PASS
Mileage53,655 miles
Since last MOT+611 miles
PASS
Mileage53,044 miles
Since last MOT+709 miles
PASS
Mileage52,335 miles
Since last MOT+1,004 miles
PASS
Mileage51,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,303 miles
PASS
Mileage50,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,028 miles
Since last MOT+1,404 miles
PASS
Mileage48,624 miles
Since last MOT+1,712 miles
PASS
Mileage46,912 miles
Since last MOT+5,546 miles
PASS
Mileage41,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,366 miles
Since last MOT+9,603 miles
PASS
Mileage31,763 miles
Since last MOT+6,556 miles
PASS
Mileage25,207 miles
Since last MOT+5,003 miles
PASS
Mileage20,204 miles
Since last MOT+6,294 miles
PASS
Mileage13,910 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,910 miles

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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

RegistrationNJ55 HWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About NJ55 HWY

What car is NJ55 HWY?

NJ55 HWY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.

What is the mileage of NJ55 HWY?

The last recorded mileage for NJ55 HWY was 59,462 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ55 HWY passed its MOT?

NJ55 HWY has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.

Is NJ55 HWY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ55 HWY 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 NJ55 HWY?

NJ55 HWY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.