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2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AF55 NKO

AF55 NKO

2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05/09/2005. Recorded mileage 139,779 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2005 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04/02/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
139,779 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
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Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2005 Volkswagen Polo has a mixed MOT history with repeated inconsistencies at the same mileage. On 2025-02-03, the vehicle both passed and failed an MOT at 139,779 miles, with no defects recorded for either outcome. This suggests potential administrative errors or unrecorded issues, as the same mileage and date cannot logically result in conflicting results. Earlier entries show similar patterns: a pass and fail on 2023-01-16 at 116,526 miles, and a pass on 2024-02-03 at 128,013 miles, all with no defects noted. These outcomes lack clear evidence of mechanical faults, making it difficult to assess the vehicle’s true condition. The mileage of 139,779 miles for a 21-year-old vehicle aligns with typical usage, averaging 6,656 miles annually. This suggests neither extreme wear nor prolonged under-use, but the absence of defects in the MOT records does not confirm the vehicle’s mechanical integrity. The repeated failures at the same mileage, despite no recorded issues, raise concerns about the reliability of the MOT process or the vehicle’s systems. However, no specific risks are documented in the history, so the trend remains ambiguous. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the braking system, suspension, and electrical components, as these are common areas for wear in older vehicles.

AF55 NKO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2025
  • 139,779 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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AF55 NKO Mileage History

  1. 16/01/2023116,526 mi
  2. 16/01/2023116,526 mi
  3. 03/02/2024128,013 mi+11,487 mi
  4. 03/02/2025139,779 mi+11,766 mi
  5. 03/02/2025139,779 mi

Average of roughly 11,343 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AF55 NKO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (AF55 NKO) between January 2023 and February 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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