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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 80,622 miles on the clock, averaging 9,600 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 GY05 DDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 80,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,716 |
| Average per year | 9,600 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY05 DDX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 DDX
What car is GY05 DDX?
GY05 DDX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 DDX?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 DDX was 80,622 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 DDX passed its MOT?
GY05 DDX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Mar 2014.
Is GY05 DDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 DDX 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 DDX?
GY05 DDX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.