Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 74,246 miles on the clock, averaging 4,071 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 YY55 GFV
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,246 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 4,071 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YY55 GFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YY55 GFV
What car is YY55 GFV?
YY55 GFV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YY55 GFV?
The last recorded mileage for YY55 GFV was 74,246 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY55 GFV passed its MOT?
YY55 GFV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2018.
Is YY55 GFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY55 GFV 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 YY55 GFV?
YY55 GFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.