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WD55 GHN

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 62,738 miles on the clock, averaging 3,738 miles per year, well 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 WD55 GHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,738
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,738

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,738 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,838
Average per year3,738
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD55 GHN 13k25k38k50k63k '08'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,738 miles
Since last MOT+5,838 miles
PASS
Mileage56,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,715 miles
PASS
Mileage53,185 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,182 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage49,876 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,872 miles
Since last MOT+4,695 miles
PASS
Mileage45,177 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,171 miles
PASS
Mileage51,361 miles
Since last MOT+14,575 miles
PASS
Mileage36,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,786 miles
Since last MOT+5,008 miles
PASS
Mileage31,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,778 miles
Since last MOT+2,875 miles
PASS
Mileage28,903 miles
Since last MOT+1,805 miles
PASS
Mileage27,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,098 miles
Since last MOT+3,710 miles
PASS
Mileage23,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,709 miles
PASS
Mileage19,679 miles
Since last MOT+3,299 miles
PASS
Mileage16,380 miles
Since last MOT+3,831 miles
PASS
Mileage12,549 miles

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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

RegistrationWD55 GHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WD55 GHN

What car is WD55 GHN?

WD55 GHN is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WD55 GHN?

The last recorded mileage for WD55 GHN was 62,738 miles, recorded on 16 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD55 GHN passed its MOT?

WD55 GHN has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2022.

Is WD55 GHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD55 GHN 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 WD55 GHN?

WD55 GHN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.