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WR55 JCU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 90,890 miles on the clock, averaging 4,738 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 JCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,890
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,738

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,890 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,738
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR55 JCU 29k45k60k75k91k '08'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,890 miles
Since last MOT+3,105 miles
PASS
Mileage87,785 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage84,717 miles
Since last MOT+2,959 miles
PASS
Mileage81,758 miles
Since last MOT+2,669 miles
PASS
Mileage79,089 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,089 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage75,419 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,407 miles
Since last MOT+4,617 miles
PASS
Mileage70,790 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,787 miles
Since last MOT+5,772 miles
PASS
Mileage65,015 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage60,901 miles
Since last MOT+4,097 miles
PASS
Mileage56,804 miles
Since last MOT+5,130 miles
PASS
Mileage51,674 miles
Since last MOT+7,032 miles
PASS
Mileage44,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,642 miles
Since last MOT+8,109 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,533 miles
Since last MOT+7,245 miles
PASS
Mileage29,288 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,288 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 JCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
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 JCU

What car is WR55 JCU?

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

What is the mileage of WR55 JCU?

The last recorded mileage for WR55 JCU was 90,890 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR55 JCU passed its MOT?

WR55 JCU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2021.

Is WR55 JCU ULEZ compliant?

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

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