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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 46,776 miles on the clock, averaging 2,391 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 PO55 XTW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,287 |
| Average per year | 2,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | PO55 XTW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PO55 XTW
What car is PO55 XTW?
PO55 XTW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PO55 XTW?
The last recorded mileage for PO55 XTW was 46,776 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO55 XTW passed its MOT?
PO55 XTW has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is PO55 XTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO55 XTW 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 PO55 XTW?
PO55 XTW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.