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 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 89,780 miles on the clock, averaging 8,750 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GV05 EKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,266 |
| Average per year | 8,750 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV05 EKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GV05 EKZ
What car is GV05 EKZ?
GV05 EKZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 EKZ?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 EKZ was 89,780 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 EKZ passed its MOT?
GV05 EKZ has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 19 Feb 2015.
Is GV05 EKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 EKZ 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 GV05 EKZ?
GV05 EKZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.