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LB54 RBU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1396cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1396cc
ColourBlack
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 1396cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 107,030 miles on the clock, averaging 5,386 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 LB54 RBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,030
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
5,386

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

Below average
Latest reading107,030 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,983
Average per year5,386
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB54 RBU 13k37k60k84k107k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,030 miles
Since last MOT+4,983 miles
PASS
Mileage102,047 miles
Since last MOT+5,615 miles
PASS
Mileage96,432 miles
Since last MOT+7,404 miles
PASS
Mileage89,028 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,027 miles
Since last MOT+11,254 miles
PASS
Mileage77,773 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,773 miles
Since last MOT+9,126 miles
PASS
Mileage68,647 miles
Since last MOT+6,679 miles
PASS
Mileage61,968 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,968 miles
Since last MOT+6,744 miles
PASS
Mileage55,224 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,224 miles
Since last MOT+5,699 miles
PASS
Mileage49,525 miles
Since last MOT+5,939 miles
PASS
Mileage43,586 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage36,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage30,977 miles
Since last MOT+4,332 miles
PASS
Mileage26,645 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage22,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,786 miles
Since last MOT+2,993 miles
PASS
Mileage19,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,262 miles
PASS
Mileage18,531 miles
Since last MOT+2,460 miles
PASS
Mileage16,071 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,071 miles
Since last MOT+2,789 miles
PASS
Mileage13,282 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

RegistrationLB54 RBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1396cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LB54 RBU

What car is LB54 RBU?

LB54 RBU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LB54 RBU?

The last recorded mileage for LB54 RBU was 107,030 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB54 RBU passed its MOT?

LB54 RBU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.

Is LB54 RBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB54 RBU 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 LB54 RBU?

LB54 RBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.