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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 97,627 miles on the clock, averaging 6,333 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 GP54 DTO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,333 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GP54 DTO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GP54 DTO
What car is GP54 DTO?
GP54 DTO is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP54 DTO?
The last recorded mileage for GP54 DTO was 97,627 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP54 DTO passed its MOT?
GP54 DTO has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2018.
Is GP54 DTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP54 DTO 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 GP54 DTO?
GP54 DTO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.