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LB05 DGF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 161,392 miles on the clock, averaging 8,516 miles per year, around 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 LB05 DGF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
161,392
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,516

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading161,392 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25,224
Average per year8,516
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB05 DGF 8k46k85k123k161k '08'26'18

Check LB05 DGF

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,392 miles
Since last MOT+25,224 miles
PASS
Mileage136,168 miles
Since last MOT+28,754 miles
PASS
Mileage107,414 miles
Since last MOT+22,413 miles
PASS
Mileage85,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,001 miles
Since last MOT+18,280 miles
PASS
Mileage66,721 miles
Since last MOT+14,982 miles
PASS
Mileage51,739 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage48,826 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,824 miles
Since last MOT+9,211 miles
PASS
Mileage39,613 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,613 miles
Since last MOT+14,879 miles
PASS
Mileage24,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,734 miles
Since last MOT+9,900 miles
PASS
Mileage14,834 miles
Since last MOT+313 miles
PASS
Mileage14,521 miles
Since last MOT+374 miles
PASS
Mileage14,147 miles
Since last MOT+648 miles
PASS
Mileage13,499 miles
Since last MOT+756 miles
PASS
Mileage12,743 miles
Since last MOT+1,279 miles
PASS
Mileage11,464 miles
Since last MOT+940 miles
PASS
Mileage10,524 miles
Since last MOT+1,112 miles
PASS
Mileage9,412 miles
Since last MOT+1,378 miles
PASS
Mileage8,034 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

RegistrationLB05 DGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LB05 DGF

What car is LB05 DGF?

LB05 DGF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LB05 DGF?

The last recorded mileage for LB05 DGF was 161,392 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB05 DGF passed its MOT?

LB05 DGF has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2026.

Is LB05 DGF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB05 DGF 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 LB05 DGF?

LB05 DGF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.