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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 151,885 miles on the clock, averaging 8,199 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GR55 SMO
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
About average| Latest reading | 151,885 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 994 |
| Average per year | 8,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GR55 SMO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GR55 SMO
What car is GR55 SMO?
GR55 SMO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GR55 SMO?
The last recorded mileage for GR55 SMO was 151,885 miles, recorded on 24 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR55 SMO passed its MOT?
GR55 SMO has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 24 May 2024.
Is GR55 SMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR55 SMO 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 GR55 SMO?
GR55 SMO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.