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LA54 BZN

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 73,825 miles on the clock, averaging 3,495 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 LA54 BZN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,825
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
3,495

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 reading73,825 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA54 BZN 9k26k42k58k74k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,825 miles
Since last MOT+2,477 miles
PASS
Mileage71,348 miles
Since last MOT+2,314 miles
PASS
Mileage69,034 miles
Since last MOT+2,339 miles
PASS
Mileage66,695 miles
Since last MOT+2,263 miles
PASS
Mileage64,432 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,432 miles
Since last MOT+2,889 miles
PASS
Mileage61,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,316 miles
PASS
Mileage57,227 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,219 miles
Since last MOT+3,466 miles
PASS
Mileage53,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,753 miles
Since last MOT+4,431 miles
PASS
Mileage49,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,322 miles
Since last MOT+5,168 miles
PASS
Mileage44,154 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,147 miles
Since last MOT+5,046 miles
PASS
Mileage39,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,101 miles
Since last MOT+4,610 miles
PASS
Mileage34,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,491 miles
Since last MOT+4,734 miles
PASS
Mileage29,757 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,748 miles
Since last MOT+3,316 miles
PASS
Mileage26,432 miles
Since last MOT+2,955 miles
PASS
Mileage23,477 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage18,719 miles
Since last MOT+4,966 miles
PASS
Mileage13,753 miles
Since last MOT+2,045 miles
PASS
Mileage11,708 miles
Since last MOT+2,310 miles
PASS
Mileage9,398 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

RegistrationLA54 BZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LA54 BZN

What car is LA54 BZN?

LA54 BZN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LA54 BZN?

The last recorded mileage for LA54 BZN was 73,825 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA54 BZN passed its MOT?

LA54 BZN has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.

Is LA54 BZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA54 BZN 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 LA54 BZN?

LA54 BZN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.