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LB05 WDJ

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 49,465 miles on the clock, averaging 3,906 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 LB05 WDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,465
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
3,906

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,465 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB05 WDJ 9k19k29k39k49k '08'18'16

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOT+4,645 miles
PASS
Mileage44,820 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,817 miles
Since last MOT+2,691 miles
PASS
Mileage42,126 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,120 miles
Since last MOT+5,216 miles
PASS
Mileage36,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage29,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,455 miles
PASS
Mileage25,188 miles
Since last MOT+4,268 miles
PASS
Mileage20,920 miles
Since last MOT+2,872 miles
PASS
Mileage18,048 miles
Since last MOT+2,903 miles
PASS
Mileage15,145 miles
Since last MOT+5,664 miles
PASS
Mileage9,481 miles
Since last MOT+674 miles
PASS
Mileage8,807 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 WDJ
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 WDJ

What car is LB05 WDJ?

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

What is the mileage of LB05 WDJ?

The last recorded mileage for LB05 WDJ was 49,465 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB05 WDJ passed its MOT?

LB05 WDJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2018.

Is LB05 WDJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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