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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 91,727 miles on the clock, averaging 4,646 miles per year, well 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 PK55 VPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,727 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | PK55 VPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PK55 VPW
What car is PK55 VPW?
PK55 VPW is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PK55 VPW?
The last recorded mileage for PK55 VPW was 91,727 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK55 VPW passed its MOT?
PK55 VPW has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2026.
Is PK55 VPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK55 VPW 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 VPW?
PK55 VPW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.