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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 13 (57% pass rate). It has 124,405 miles on the clock, averaging 5,868 miles per year, below 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 GY05 AXN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,405 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,868 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | GY05 AXN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GY05 AXN
What car is GY05 AXN?
GY05 AXN is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 AXN?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 AXN was 124,405 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 AXN passed its MOT?
GY05 AXN has had 30 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (17 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is GY05 AXN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 AXN 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 GY05 AXN?
GY05 AXN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.