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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 160,236 miles on the clock, averaging 8,029 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 RY55 VLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RY55 VLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 VLA
What car is RY55 VLA?
RY55 VLA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 VLA?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 VLA was 160,236 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 VLA passed its MOT?
RY55 VLA has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is RY55 VLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 VLA 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 VLA?
RY55 VLA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.