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YP55 FPX

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 22,458 miles on the clock, averaging 1,097 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 YP55 FPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
22,458
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
1,097

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading22,458 miles
Reading date
Miles last year310
Average per year1,097
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP55 FPX 4k9k13k18k22k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage22,458 miles
Since last MOT+310 miles
PASS
Mileage22,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,148 miles
Since last MOT+762 miles
PASS
Mileage21,386 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,385 miles
Since last MOT+727 miles
PASS
Mileage20,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,658 miles
Since last MOT+968 miles
PASS
Mileage19,690 miles
Since last MOT+828 miles
PASS
Mileage18,862 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,860 miles
Since last MOT+377 miles
PASS
Mileage18,483 miles
Since last MOT+629 miles
PASS
Mileage17,854 miles
Since last MOT+1,028 miles
PASS
Mileage16,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,826 miles
Since last MOT+1,348 miles
PASS
Mileage15,478 miles
Since last MOT+1,653 miles
PASS
Mileage13,825 miles
Since last MOT+1,178 miles
PASS
Mileage12,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,647 miles
Since last MOT+1,203 miles
PASS
Mileage11,444 miles
Since last MOT+1,137 miles
PASS
Mileage10,307 miles
Since last MOT+1,120 miles
PASS
Mileage9,187 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,186 miles
Since last MOT+1,447 miles
PASS
Mileage7,739 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage7,739 miles
Since last MOT+1,536 miles
PASS
Mileage6,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage6,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,866 miles
PASS
Mileage4,337 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

RegistrationYP55 FPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About YP55 FPX

What car is YP55 FPX?

YP55 FPX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.

What is the mileage of YP55 FPX?

The last recorded mileage for YP55 FPX was 22,458 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP55 FPX passed its MOT?

YP55 FPX has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2025.

Is YP55 FPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP55 FPX 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 YP55 FPX?

YP55 FPX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.