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RV55 VWY

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 76,055 miles on the clock, averaging 7,609 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 RV55 VWY

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,055
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,609

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading76,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,672
Average per year7,609
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV55 VWY 15k30k46k61k76k '08'16'13

Check RV55 VWY

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,055 miles
Since last MOT+11,672 miles
PASS
Mileage64,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,383 miles
Since last MOT+6,711 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,672 miles
Since last MOT+5,679 miles
PASS
Mileage51,993 miles
Since last MOT+6,852 miles
PASS
Mileage45,141 miles
Since last MOT+7,430 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,711 miles
Since last MOT+10,446 miles
PASS
Mileage27,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,327 miles
PASS
Mileage19,938 miles
Since last MOT+4,629 miles
PASS
Mileage15,309 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

RegistrationRV55 VWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RV55 VWY

What car is RV55 VWY?

RV55 VWY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RV55 VWY?

The last recorded mileage for RV55 VWY was 76,055 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV55 VWY passed its MOT?

RV55 VWY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2016.

Is RV55 VWY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV55 VWY 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 RV55 VWY?

RV55 VWY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.