Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 60,427 miles on the clock, averaging 4,312 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DG55 LWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,427 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,068 |
| Average per year | 4,312 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG55 LWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DG55 LWY
What car is DG55 LWY?
DG55 LWY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG55 LWY?
The last recorded mileage for DG55 LWY was 60,427 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG55 LWY passed its MOT?
DG55 LWY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jan 2016.
Is DG55 LWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 LWY 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 DG55 LWY?
DG55 LWY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.