2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · RV55 WBF
2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 117,171 miles. MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,171 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RV55 WBF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2026
- 117,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RV55 WBF MOT History
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 (RV55 WBF) between November 2021 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
RV55 WBF Mileage History
- 17/11/202199,258 mi
- 03/12/2022101,382 mi+2,124 mi
- 18/10/2024101,545 mi+163 mi
- 17/10/2025113,184 mi+11,639 mi
- 12/09/2026117,171 mi+3,987 mi
Average of roughly 3,717 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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