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RJ55 FSD

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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 137,701 miles on the clock, averaging 7,506 miles per year, around 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 RJ55 FSD

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,701
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
7,506

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,701 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,660
Average per year7,506
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ55 FSD 10k42k74k106k138k '08'25'17

Check RJ55 FSD

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,701 miles
Since last MOT+13,660 miles
PASS
Mileage124,041 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,039 miles
Since last MOT+16,171 miles
PASS
Mileage107,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,868 miles
Since last MOT+10,335 miles
PASS
Mileage97,533 miles
Since last MOT+9,551 miles
PASS
Mileage87,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,982 miles
Since last MOT+10,565 miles
PASS
Mileage77,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,269 miles
PASS
Mileage72,148 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage65,072 miles
Since last MOT+5,881 miles
PASS
Mileage59,191 miles
Since last MOT+6,796 miles
PASS
Mileage52,395 miles
Since last MOT+5,404 miles
PASS
Mileage46,991 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,990 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage40,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,491 miles
Since last MOT+6,255 miles
PASS
Mileage34,236 miles
Since last MOT+4,986 miles
PASS
Mileage29,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,250 miles
Since last MOT+5,188 miles
PASS
Mileage24,062 miles
Since last MOT+5,507 miles
PASS
Mileage18,555 miles
Since last MOT+4,203 miles
PASS
Mileage14,352 miles
Since last MOT+4,518 miles
PASS
Mileage9,834 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

RegistrationRJ55 FSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RJ55 FSD

What car is RJ55 FSD?

RJ55 FSD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RJ55 FSD?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 FSD was 137,701 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 FSD passed its MOT?

RJ55 FSD has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.

Is RJ55 FSD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 FSD 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 RJ55 FSD?

RJ55 FSD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.