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RF55 WBJ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 123,026 miles on the clock, averaging 6,485 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 RF55 WBJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,026
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,485

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 reading123,026 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,609
Average per year6,485
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF55 WBJ 25k49k74k98k123k '08'23'16

Check RF55 WBJ

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,026 miles
Since last MOT+1,609 miles
PASS
Mileage121,417 miles
Since last MOT+13,212 miles
PASS
Mileage108,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,205 miles
Since last MOT+13,585 miles
PASS
Mileage94,620 miles
Since last MOT+6,363 miles
PASS
Mileage88,257 miles
Since last MOT+4,015 miles
PASS
Mileage84,242 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,241 miles
Since last MOT+4,334 miles
PASS
Mileage79,907 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,905 miles
Since last MOT+4,104 miles
PASS
Mileage75,801 miles
Since last MOT+7,495 miles
PASS
Mileage68,306 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage59,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,839 miles
PASS
Mileage50,622 miles
Since last MOT+7,656 miles
PASS
Mileage42,966 miles
Since last MOT+6,971 miles
PASS
Mileage35,995 miles
Since last MOT+5,893 miles
PASS
Mileage30,102 miles
Since last MOT+5,565 miles
PASS
Mileage24,537 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

RegistrationRF55 WBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RF55 WBJ

What car is RF55 WBJ?

RF55 WBJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RF55 WBJ?

The last recorded mileage for RF55 WBJ was 123,026 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF55 WBJ passed its MOT?

RF55 WBJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2023.

Is RF55 WBJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF55 WBJ 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 RF55 WBJ?

RF55 WBJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.