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LA54 FXE

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 94,614 miles on the clock, averaging 6,377 miles per year, 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 FXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,614
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,377

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

Below average
Latest reading94,614 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,697
Average per year6,377
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA54 FXE 24k41k59k77k95k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,614 miles
Since last MOT+4,697 miles
PASS
Mileage89,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,917 miles
Since last MOT+7,809 miles
PASS
Mileage82,108 miles
Since last MOT+7,078 miles
PASS
Mileage75,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,030 miles
Since last MOT+6,389 miles
PASS
Mileage68,641 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,412 miles
PASS
Mileage62,228 miles
Since last MOT+5,684 miles
PASS
Mileage56,544 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,544 miles
Since last MOT+4,729 miles
PASS
Mileage51,815 miles
Since last MOT+5,622 miles
PASS
Mileage46,193 miles
Since last MOT+3,536 miles
PASS
Mileage42,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,657 miles
Since last MOT+4,902 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,755 miles
Since last MOT+14,094 miles
PASS
Mileage23,661 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,661 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 FXE
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 FXE

What car is LA54 FXE?

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

What is the mileage of LA54 FXE?

The last recorded mileage for LA54 FXE was 94,614 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA54 FXE passed its MOT?

LA54 FXE has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2019.

Is LA54 FXE ULEZ compliant?

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

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