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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 115,636 miles on the clock, averaging 6,344 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 XUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,636 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,344 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 XUO |
| 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 XUO
What car is GY05 XUO?
GY05 XUO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 XUO?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 XUO was 115,636 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 XUO passed its MOT?
GY05 XUO has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2023.
Is GY05 XUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 XUO 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 XUO?
GY05 XUO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.