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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 107,629 miles on the clock, averaging 4,328 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 GL55 OBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 107,629 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 403 |
| Average per year | 4,328 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 OBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GL55 OBG
What car is GL55 OBG?
GL55 OBG is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GL55 OBG?
The last recorded mileage for GL55 OBG was 107,629 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL55 OBG passed its MOT?
GL55 OBG has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is GL55 OBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL55 OBG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GL55 OBG?
GL55 OBG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.