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PE55 LDY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 57,198 miles on the clock, averaging 3,955 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 PE55 LDY

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,955

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 reading57,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year3,955
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE55 LDY 4k17k30k44k57k '08'22'16

Check PE55 LDY

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,198 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,290 miles
PASS
Mileage55,901 miles
Since last MOT+2,498 miles
PASS
Mileage53,403 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,400 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage49,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,794 miles
PASS
Mileage46,155 miles
Since last MOT+4,122 miles
PASS
Mileage42,033 miles
Since last MOT+2,077 miles
PASS
Mileage39,956 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,951 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage35,307 miles
Since last MOT+6,107 miles
PASS
Mileage29,200 miles
Since last MOT+6,441 miles
PASS
Mileage22,759 miles
Since last MOT+6,578 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,331 miles
PASS
Mileage10,850 miles
Since last MOT+4,960 miles
PASS
Mileage5,890 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage4,427 miles
Since last MOT+921 miles
PASS
Mileage3,506 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

RegistrationPE55 LDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PE55 LDY

What car is PE55 LDY?

PE55 LDY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PE55 LDY?

The last recorded mileage for PE55 LDY was 57,198 miles, recorded on 25 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE55 LDY passed its MOT?

PE55 LDY has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2022.

Is PE55 LDY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE55 LDY 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 PE55 LDY?

PE55 LDY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.