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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 174,568 miles on the clock, averaging 14,864 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 GV55 LCC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,568 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 14,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GV55 LCC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GV55 LCC
What car is GV55 LCC?
GV55 LCC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 LCC?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 LCC was 174,568 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 LCC passed its MOT?
GV55 LCC has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2017.
Is GV55 LCC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 LCC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV55 LCC?
GV55 LCC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.