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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 91,701 miles on the clock, averaging 4,418 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 TXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 280 |
| Average per year | 4,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 TXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 TXT
What car is DG55 TXT?
DG55 TXT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG55 TXT?
The last recorded mileage for DG55 TXT was 91,701 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG55 TXT passed its MOT?
DG55 TXT has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is DG55 TXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG55 TXT 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 TXT?
DG55 TXT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.