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EX05 LJC

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 96,621 miles on the clock, averaging 4,376 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 EX05 LJC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
96,621
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,376

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading96,621 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,123
Average per year4,376
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX05 LJC 18k38k57k77k97k '08'26'18

Check EX05 LJC

Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,621 miles
Since last MOT+1,123 miles
PASS
Mileage95,498 miles
Since last MOT+877 miles
PASS
Mileage94,621 miles
Since last MOT+1,318 miles
PASS
Mileage93,303 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,303 miles
Since last MOT+1,052 miles
PASS
Mileage92,251 miles
Since last MOT+1,197 miles
PASS
Mileage91,054 miles
Since last MOT+2,051 miles
PASS
Mileage89,003 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,002 miles
Since last MOT+670 miles
PASS
Mileage88,332 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,330 miles
Since last MOT+723 miles
PASS
Mileage87,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,607 miles
Since last MOT+1,267 miles
PASS
Mileage86,340 miles
Since last MOT+7,009 miles
PASS
Mileage79,331 miles
Since last MOT+7,762 miles
PASS
Mileage71,569 miles
Since last MOT+202 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,218 miles
PASS
Mileage65,149 miles
Since last MOT+151 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,998 miles
Since last MOT+8,510 miles
PASS
Mileage56,488 miles
Since last MOT+7,607 miles
PASS
Mileage48,881 miles
Since last MOT+6,784 miles
PASS
Mileage42,097 miles
Since last MOT+9,383 miles
PASS
Mileage32,714 miles
Since last MOT+7,356 miles
PASS
Mileage25,358 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
PASS
Mileage18,025 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,008 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

RegistrationEX05 LJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EX05 LJC

What car is EX05 LJC?

EX05 LJC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EX05 LJC?

The last recorded mileage for EX05 LJC was 96,621 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX05 LJC passed its MOT?

EX05 LJC has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.

Is EX05 LJC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 LJC 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 EX05 LJC?

EX05 LJC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.