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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 96,438 miles on the clock, averaging 6,928 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 GU05 FZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,438 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,928 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GU05 FZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GU05 FZA
What car is GU05 FZA?
GU05 FZA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 FZA?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 FZA was 96,438 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 FZA passed its MOT?
GU05 FZA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2017.
Is GU05 FZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 FZA 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 GU05 FZA?
GU05 FZA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.