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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 149,441 miles on the clock, averaging 9,174 miles per year, above 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 DXY
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,441 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 DXY |
| 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 DXY
What car is GD05 DXY?
GD05 DXY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 DXY?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 DXY was 149,441 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 DXY passed its MOT?
GD05 DXY has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2021.
Is GD05 DXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 DXY 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 DXY?
GD05 DXY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.