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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 141,190 miles on the clock, averaging 7,777 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 VRN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,973 |
| Average per year | 7,777 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 VRN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VRN
What car is RJ55 VRN?
RJ55 VRN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RJ55 VRN?
The last recorded mileage for RJ55 VRN was 141,190 miles, recorded on 27 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ55 VRN passed its MOT?
RJ55 VRN has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Dec 2023.
Is RJ55 VRN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 VRN 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 VRN?
RJ55 VRN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.