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 154,012 miles on the clock, averaging 12,530 miles per year, above 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 XWA
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
Above average| Latest reading | 154,012 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,530 |
| 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 | GV05 XWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XWA
What car is GV05 XWA?
GV05 XWA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 XWA?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 XWA was 154,012 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 XWA passed its MOT?
GV05 XWA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2018.
Is GV05 XWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 XWA 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 XWA?
GV05 XWA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.