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 1400cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 88,816 miles on the clock, averaging 5,354 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GD05 DXU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,354 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GD05 DXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GD05 DXU
What car is GD05 DXU?
GD05 DXU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 DXU?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 DXU was 88,816 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 DXU passed its MOT?
GD05 DXU has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Dec 2020.
Is GD05 DXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 DXU 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 GD05 DXU?
GD05 DXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.