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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 114,792 miles on the clock, averaging 6,473 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 GL55 ETF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,792 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,260 |
| Average per year | 6,473 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GL55 ETF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GL55 ETF
What car is GL55 ETF?
GL55 ETF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL55 ETF?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 ETF was 114,792 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 ETF passed its MOT?
GL55 ETF has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2021.
Is GL55 ETF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 ETF 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 GL55 ETF?
GL55 ETF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.