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 1400cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 111,096 miles on the clock, averaging 7,759 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 NGU
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ55 NGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RJ55 NGU
What car is RJ55 NGU?
RJ55 NGU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RJ55 NGU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ55 NGU was 111,096 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ55 NGU passed its MOT?
RJ55 NGU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2021.
Is RJ55 NGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 NGU 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 NGU?
RJ55 NGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.