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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 209,116 miles on the clock, averaging 14,390 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GP55 VZT
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
Above average| Latest reading | 209,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,476 |
| Average per year | 14,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GP55 VZT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GP55 VZT
What car is GP55 VZT?
GP55 VZT is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP55 VZT?
The last recorded mileage for GP55 VZT was 209,116 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP55 VZT passed its MOT?
GP55 VZT has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2020.
Is GP55 VZT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP55 VZT 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 GP55 VZT?
GP55 VZT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.