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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 88,519 miles on the clock, averaging 6,223 miles per year, 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 DS05 GDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,519 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,223 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DS05 GDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DS05 GDV
What car is DS05 GDV?
DS05 GDV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS05 GDV?
The last recorded mileage for DS05 GDV was 88,519 miles, recorded on 10 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS05 GDV passed its MOT?
DS05 GDV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2019.
Is DS05 GDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS05 GDV 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 DS05 GDV?
DS05 GDV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.