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 1198cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 27,395 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RY55 ULL
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 27,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY55 ULL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 ULL
What car is RY55 ULL?
RY55 ULL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 ULL?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 ULL was 27,395 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 ULL passed its MOT?
RY55 ULL has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Nov 2008.
Is RY55 ULL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 ULL 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 RY55 ULL?
RY55 ULL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.