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LA54 GZH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 44,233 miles on the clock, averaging 2,349 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 GZH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
44,233
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,349

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading44,233 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,930
Average per year2,349
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA54 GZH 2k13k23k34k44k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,233 miles
Since last MOT+1,930 miles
PASS
Mileage42,303 miles
Since last MOT+701 miles
PASS
Mileage41,602 miles
Since last MOT+1,868 miles
PASS
Mileage39,734 miles
Since last MOT+356 miles
PASS
Mileage39,378 miles
Since last MOT+1,904 miles
PASS
Mileage37,474 miles
Since last MOT+4,241 miles
PASS
Mileage33,233 miles
Since last MOT+3,441 miles
PASS
Mileage29,792 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
PASS
Mileage27,282 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,282 miles
Since last MOT+4,032 miles
PASS
Mileage23,250 miles
Since last MOT+5,412 miles
PASS
Mileage17,838 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,838 miles
Since last MOT+4,287 miles
PASS
Mileage13,551 miles
Since last MOT+5,240 miles
PASS
Mileage8,311 miles
Since last MOT+5,080 miles
FAIL
Mileage3,231 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
PASS
Mileage3,098 miles
Since last MOT+223 miles
PASS
Mileage2,875 miles
Since last MOT+390 miles
PASS
Mileage2,485 miles
Since last MOT+337 miles
PASS
Mileage2,148 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 GZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LA54 GZH

What car is LA54 GZH?

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

What is the mileage of LA54 GZH?

The last recorded mileage for LA54 GZH was 44,233 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA54 GZH passed its MOT?

LA54 GZH has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.

Is LA54 GZH ULEZ compliant?

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

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