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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 82,015 miles on the clock, averaging 11,108 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 LR55 GWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 82,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,611 |
| Average per year | 11,108 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | LR55 GWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LR55 GWJ
What car is LR55 GWJ?
LR55 GWJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR55 GWJ?
The last recorded mileage for LR55 GWJ was 82,015 miles, recorded on 13 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR55 GWJ passed its MOT?
LR55 GWJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 May 2014.
Is LR55 GWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 GWJ 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 LR55 GWJ?
LR55 GWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.