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RA55 MJU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 61,662 miles on the clock, averaging 2,285 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 RA55 MJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,662
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
93%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
2,285

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 reading61,662 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,464
Average per year2,285
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA55 MJU 31k39k46k54k62k '09'22'16

Check RA55 MJU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,662 miles
Since last MOT+11,464 miles
PASS
Mileage50,198 miles
Since last MOT+12,535 miles
PASS
Mileage37,663 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,663 miles
Since last MOT+940 miles
PASS
Mileage36,723 miles
Since last MOT+331 miles
PASS
Mileage36,392 miles
Since last MOT+370 miles
PASS
Mileage36,022 miles
Since last MOT+398 miles
PASS
Mileage35,624 miles
Since last MOT+424 miles
PASS
Mileage35,200 miles
Since last MOT+322 miles
PASS
Mileage34,878 miles
Since last MOT+410 miles
PASS
Mileage34,468 miles
Since last MOT+459 miles
PASS
Mileage34,009 miles
Since last MOT+739 miles
PASS
Mileage33,270 miles
Since last MOT+953 miles
PASS
Mileage32,317 miles
Since last MOT+1,069 miles
PASS
Mileage31,248 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

RegistrationRA55 MJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RA55 MJU

What car is RA55 MJU?

RA55 MJU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RA55 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for RA55 MJU was 61,662 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA55 MJU passed its MOT?

RA55 MJU has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Aug 2022.

Is RA55 MJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 MJU 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 RA55 MJU?

RA55 MJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.