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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 158,243 miles on the clock, averaging 8,489 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GF55 XHG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GF55 XHG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GF55 XHG
What car is GF55 XHG?
GF55 XHG is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF55 XHG?
The last recorded mileage for GF55 XHG was 158,243 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF55 XHG passed its MOT?
GF55 XHG has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2023.
Is GF55 XHG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF55 XHG 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 GF55 XHG?
GF55 XHG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.