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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 110,785 miles on the clock, averaging 4,742 miles per year, well 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 GL54 VYM
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | GL54 VYM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 VYM
What car is GL54 VYM?
GL54 VYM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 VYM?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 VYM was 110,785 miles, recorded on 12 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 VYM passed its MOT?
GL54 VYM has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2025.
Is GL54 VYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 VYM 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 GL54 VYM?
GL54 VYM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.