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 1422cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 133,451 miles on the clock, averaging 9,198 miles per year, above 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 SV55 OPA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,514 |
| Average per year | 9,198 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SV55 OPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SV55 OPA
What car is SV55 OPA?
SV55 OPA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SV55 OPA?
The last recorded mileage for SV55 OPA was 133,451 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV55 OPA passed its MOT?
SV55 OPA has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2019.
Is SV55 OPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV55 OPA 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 SV55 OPA?
SV55 OPA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.