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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 136,026 miles on the clock, averaging 7,711 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 PJ55 ETA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,070 |
| Average per year | 7,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PJ55 ETA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PJ55 ETA
What car is PJ55 ETA?
PJ55 ETA is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PJ55 ETA?
The last recorded mileage for PJ55 ETA was 136,026 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ55 ETA passed its MOT?
PJ55 ETA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 27 Nov 2018.
Is PJ55 ETA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 ETA 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 PJ55 ETA?
PJ55 ETA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.