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 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 122,360 miles on the clock, averaging 5,543 miles per year, 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 GL55 JPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,118 |
| Average per year | 5,543 |
| 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 | GL55 JPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 JPX
What car is GL55 JPX?
GL55 JPX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL55 JPX?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 JPX was 122,360 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 JPX passed its MOT?
GL55 JPX has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2025.
Is GL55 JPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 JPX 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 JPX?
GL55 JPX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.