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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 15,925 miles on the clock, averaging 574 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 RA55 TWF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 15,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 179 |
| Average per year | 574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RA55 TWF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RA55 TWF
What car is RA55 TWF?
RA55 TWF is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 TWF?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 TWF was 15,925 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 TWF passed its MOT?
RA55 TWF has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is RA55 TWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 TWF 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 TWF?
RA55 TWF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.