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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 77,586 miles on the clock, averaging 4,010 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NH55 GCU
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,586 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,719 |
| Average per year | 4,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NH55 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NH55 GCU
What car is NH55 GCU?
NH55 GCU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NH55 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for NH55 GCU was 77,586 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH55 GCU passed its MOT?
NH55 GCU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 24 Feb 2025.
Is NH55 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH55 GCU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NH55 GCU?
NH55 GCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.