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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 129,167 miles on the clock, averaging 10,072 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for VF55 HBY
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,167 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,072 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VF55 HBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VF — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About VF55 HBY
What car is VF55 HBY?
VF55 HBY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VF55 HBY?
The last recorded mileage for VF55 HBY was 129,167 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VF55 HBY passed its MOT?
VF55 HBY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.
Is VF55 HBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VF55 HBY 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 VF55 HBY?
VF55 HBY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.