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RJ55 VRK

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 117,291 miles on the clock, averaging 8,015 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 VRK

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,291
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,015

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,291 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,015
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ55 VRK 20k44k68k93k117k '08'20'15

Check RJ55 VRK

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,291 miles
Since last MOT+7,026 miles
PASS
Mileage110,265 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,259 miles
Since last MOT+7,593 miles
PASS
Mileage102,666 miles
Since last MOT+2,793 miles
PASS
Mileage99,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,873 miles
Since last MOT+3,255 miles
PASS
Mileage96,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,618 miles
Since last MOT+4,773 miles
PASS
Mileage91,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,573 miles
PASS
Mileage84,272 miles
Since last MOT+10,596 miles
PASS
Mileage73,676 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,672 miles
Since last MOT+7,196 miles
PASS
Mileage66,476 miles
Since last MOT+9,964 miles
PASS
Mileage56,512 miles
Since last MOT+16,803 miles
PASS
Mileage39,709 miles
Since last MOT+12,107 miles
PASS
Mileage27,602 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,602 miles
Since last MOT+8,029 miles
PASS
Mileage19,573 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 VRK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RJ55 VRK

What car is RJ55 VRK?

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

What is the mileage of RJ55 VRK?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 VRK was 117,291 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 VRK passed its MOT?

RJ55 VRK has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2020.

Is RJ55 VRK ULEZ compliant?

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

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