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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 87,701 miles on the clock, averaging 5,558 miles per year, 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 NL55 HCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,381 |
| Average per year | 5,558 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL55 HCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NL55 HCV
What car is NL55 HCV?
NL55 HCV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NL55 HCV?
The last recorded mileage for NL55 HCV was 87,701 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL55 HCV passed its MOT?
NL55 HCV has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2022.
Is NL55 HCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL55 HCV 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 NL55 HCV?
NL55 HCV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.