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RJ55 GJZ

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 64,733 miles on the clock, averaging 3,551 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 RJ55 GJZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,733
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,551

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 reading64,733 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,551
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ55 GJZ 15k27k40k52k65k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,733 miles
Since last MOT+8,810 miles
PASS
Mileage55,923 miles
Since last MOT+628 miles
PASS
Mileage55,295 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,293 miles
Since last MOT+2,936 miles
PASS
Mileage52,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,357 miles
Since last MOT+2,449 miles
PASS
Mileage49,908 miles
Since last MOT+3,186 miles
PASS
Mileage46,722 miles
Since last MOT+6,386 miles
PASS
Mileage40,336 miles
Since last MOT+5,745 miles
PASS
Mileage34,591 miles
Since last MOT+1,899 miles
PASS
Mileage32,692 miles
Since last MOT+1,631 miles
PASS
Mileage31,061 miles
Since last MOT+3,811 miles
PASS
Mileage27,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,139 miles
PASS
Mileage23,111 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,109 miles
Since last MOT+2,864 miles
PASS
Mileage20,245 miles
Since last MOT+2,506 miles
PASS
Mileage17,739 miles
Since last MOT+2,694 miles
PASS
Mileage15,045 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 GJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RJ55 GJZ

What car is RJ55 GJZ?

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

What is the mileage of RJ55 GJZ?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 GJZ was 64,733 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 GJZ passed its MOT?

RJ55 GJZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2022.

Is RJ55 GJZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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