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WR55 JBV

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 60,120 miles on the clock, averaging 3,278 miles per year, well 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 WR55 JBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
60,120
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,278

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading60,120 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,278
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR55 JBV 13k25k37k48k60k '08'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage60,120 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,120 miles
Since last MOT+5,336 miles
PASS
Mileage54,784 miles
Since last MOT+6,950 miles
PASS
Mileage47,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,161 miles
PASS
Mileage41,673 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,650 miles
Since last MOT+1,699 miles
PASS
Mileage39,951 miles
Since last MOT+2,252 miles
PASS
Mileage37,699 miles
Since last MOT+2,914 miles
PASS
Mileage34,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,785 miles
Since last MOT+2,776 miles
PASS
Mileage32,009 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage29,303 miles
Since last MOT+2,935 miles
PASS
Mileage26,368 miles
Since last MOT+3,151 miles
PASS
Mileage23,217 miles
Since last MOT+3,077 miles
PASS
Mileage20,140 miles
Since last MOT+3,304 miles
PASS
Mileage16,836 miles
Since last MOT+394 miles
PASS
Mileage16,442 miles
Since last MOT+3,230 miles
PASS
Mileage13,212 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

RegistrationWR55 JBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WR55 JBV

What car is WR55 JBV?

WR55 JBV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WR55 JBV?

The last recorded mileage for WR55 JBV was 60,120 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR55 JBV passed its MOT?

WR55 JBV has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2023.

Is WR55 JBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 JBV 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 WR55 JBV?

WR55 JBV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.