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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 55,105 miles on the clock, averaging 2,274 miles per year, well 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 GV05 KWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 657 |
| Average per year | 2,274 |
| 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 | GV05 KWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 KWA
What car is GV05 KWA?
GV05 KWA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 KWA?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 KWA was 55,105 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 KWA passed its MOT?
GV05 KWA has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is GV05 KWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 KWA 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 KWA?
GV05 KWA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.