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PK55 DKE

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 137,249 miles on the clock, averaging 5,558 miles per year, 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 PK55 DKE

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,249
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,558

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading137,249 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,558
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK55 DKE 48k70k92k115k137k '08'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,249 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,247 miles
Since last MOT+3,152 miles
PASS
Mileage134,095 miles
Since last MOT+5,093 miles
PASS
Mileage129,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,002 miles
Since last MOT+15,001 miles
PASS
Mileage114,001 miles
Since last MOT+7,217 miles
PASS
Mileage106,784 miles
Since last MOT+1,684 miles
PASS
Mileage105,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,100 miles
Since last MOT+2,720 miles
PASS
Mileage102,380 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage98,595 miles
Since last MOT+2,475 miles
PASS
Mileage96,120 miles
Since last MOT+1,691 miles
PASS
Mileage94,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,429 miles
Since last MOT+2,521 miles
PASS
Mileage91,908 miles
Since last MOT+5,432 miles
PASS
Mileage86,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,476 miles
Since last MOT+7,825 miles
PASS
Mileage78,651 miles
Since last MOT+6,911 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,740 miles
Since last MOT+9,130 miles
PASS
Mileage62,610 miles
Since last MOT+8,245 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,746 miles
PASS
Mileage47,619 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

RegistrationPK55 DKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PK55 DKE

What car is PK55 DKE?

PK55 DKE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PK55 DKE?

The last recorded mileage for PK55 DKE was 137,249 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK55 DKE passed its MOT?

PK55 DKE has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2024.

Is PK55 DKE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK55 DKE 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 PK55 DKE?

PK55 DKE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.