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WF55 ABO

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 105,391 miles on the clock, averaging 7,441 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 WF55 ABO

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,441

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading105,391 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,441
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF55 ABO 12k35k59k82k105k '08'21'16

Check WF55 ABO

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,391 miles
Since last MOT+1,972 miles
PASS
Mileage103,419 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,411 miles
Since last MOT+7,151 miles
PASS
Mileage96,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,260 miles
Since last MOT+14,183 miles
PASS
Mileage82,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,077 miles
Since last MOT+15,428 miles
PASS
Mileage66,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,649 miles
Since last MOT+11,160 miles
PASS
Mileage55,489 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,846 miles
PASS
Mileage50,571 miles
Since last MOT+8,247 miles
PASS
Mileage42,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,324 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
PASS
Mileage34,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,991 miles
Since last MOT+3,408 miles
PASS
Mileage31,583 miles
Since last MOT+4,717 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,866 miles
Since last MOT+4,872 miles
PASS
Mileage21,994 miles
Since last MOT+5,249 miles
PASS
Mileage16,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,841 miles
PASS
Mileage11,904 miles

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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

RegistrationWF55 ABO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WF55 ABO

What car is WF55 ABO?

WF55 ABO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF55 ABO?

The last recorded mileage for WF55 ABO was 105,391 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF55 ABO passed its MOT?

WF55 ABO has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2021.

Is WF55 ABO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF55 ABO 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 WF55 ABO?

WF55 ABO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.