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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 112,918 miles on the clock, averaging 4,998 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for VE55 MBX
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 112,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,043 |
| Average per year | 4,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | VE55 MBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VE55 MBX
What car is VE55 MBX?
VE55 MBX is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE55 MBX?
The last recorded mileage for VE55 MBX was 112,918 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE55 MBX passed its MOT?
VE55 MBX has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2026.
Is VE55 MBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 MBX 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 VE55 MBX?
VE55 MBX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.