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LC05 UWF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 58,556 miles on the clock, averaging 3,143 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 LC05 UWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,143

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,442
Average per year3,143
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC05 UWF 4k18k32k45k59k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,442 miles
PASS
Mileage53,114 miles
Since last MOT+5,075 miles
PASS
Mileage48,039 miles
Since last MOT+5,540 miles
PASS
Mileage42,499 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,491 miles
Since last MOT+6,594 miles
PASS
Mileage35,897 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,896 miles
Since last MOT+6,204 miles
PASS
Mileage29,692 miles
Since last MOT+5,731 miles
PASS
Mileage23,961 miles
Since last MOT+3,484 miles
PASS
Mileage20,477 miles
Since last MOT+2,667 miles
PASS
Mileage17,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,810 miles
Since last MOT+3,080 miles
PASS
Mileage14,730 miles
Since last MOT+835 miles
PASS
Mileage13,895 miles
Since last MOT+1,104 miles
PASS
Mileage12,791 miles
Since last MOT+1,503 miles
PASS
Mileage11,288 miles
Since last MOT+1,153 miles
PASS
Mileage10,135 miles
Since last MOT+1,424 miles
PASS
Mileage8,711 miles
Since last MOT+1,456 miles
PASS
Mileage7,255 miles
Since last MOT+1,368 miles
PASS
Mileage5,887 miles
Since last MOT+1,432 miles
PASS
Mileage4,455 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

RegistrationLC05 UWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LC05 UWF

What car is LC05 UWF?

LC05 UWF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LC05 UWF?

The last recorded mileage for LC05 UWF was 58,556 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC05 UWF passed its MOT?

LC05 UWF has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.

Is LC05 UWF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC05 UWF 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 LC05 UWF?

LC05 UWF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.