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WF55 SVT

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1398cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1398cc
ColourBlue
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 1398cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 72,360 miles on the clock, averaging 5,899 miles per year, below 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 SVT

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,360
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,899

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading72,360 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,899
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF55 SVT 16k30k44k58k72k '08'18'14

Check WF55 SVT

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,360 miles
Since last MOT+12,417 miles
PASS
Mileage59,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,943 miles
Since last MOT+2,819 miles
PASS
Mileage57,124 miles
Since last MOT+4,304 miles
PASS
Mileage52,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,661 miles
PASS
Mileage47,159 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,158 miles
Since last MOT+10,607 miles
PASS
Mileage36,551 miles
Since last MOT+3,012 miles
PASS
Mileage33,539 miles
Since last MOT+4,158 miles
PASS
Mileage29,381 miles
Since last MOT+6,187 miles
PASS
Mileage23,194 miles
Since last MOT+1,679 miles
PASS
Mileage21,515 miles
Since last MOT+5,210 miles
PASS
Mileage16,305 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 SVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1398cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WF55 SVT

What car is WF55 SVT?

WF55 SVT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF55 SVT?

The last recorded mileage for WF55 SVT was 72,360 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF55 SVT passed its MOT?

WF55 SVT has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2018.

Is WF55 SVT ULEZ compliant?

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

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