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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 128,516 miles on the clock, averaging 6,535 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 OY55 VEB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,516 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,994 |
| Average per year | 6,535 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | OY55 VEB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OY55 VEB
What car is OY55 VEB?
OY55 VEB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY55 VEB?
The last recorded mileage for OY55 VEB was 128,516 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY55 VEB passed its MOT?
OY55 VEB has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 7 Nov 2023.
Is OY55 VEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 VEB 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 VEB?
OY55 VEB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.