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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 33,642 miles on the clock, averaging 8,895 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 GU05 HVD
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 | 33,642 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 513 |
| Average per year | 8,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 HVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 HVD
What car is GU05 HVD?
GU05 HVD is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 HVD?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 HVD was 33,642 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 HVD passed its MOT?
GU05 HVD has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Sep 2010.
Is GU05 HVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 HVD 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 HVD?
GU05 HVD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.