Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 97,964 miles on the clock, averaging 10,312 miles per year, above 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 XHJ
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 97,964 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,312 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XHJ
What car is GF55 XHJ?
GF55 XHJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF55 XHJ?
The last recorded mileage for GF55 XHJ was 97,964 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF55 XHJ passed its MOT?
GF55 XHJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2016.
Is GF55 XHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF55 XHJ 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 XHJ?
GF55 XHJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.