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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 121,406 miles on the clock, averaging 8,494 miles per year, around 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 OY55 LDK
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,769 |
| Average per year | 8,494 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | OY55 LDK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OY55 LDK
What car is OY55 LDK?
OY55 LDK is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY55 LDK?
The last recorded mileage for OY55 LDK was 121,406 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY55 LDK passed its MOT?
OY55 LDK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2019.
Is OY55 LDK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 LDK 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 OY55 LDK?
OY55 LDK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.