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LD55 HFV

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 86,669 miles on the clock, averaging 7,095 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 LD55 HFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,669
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,095

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

Below average
Latest reading86,669 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year7,095
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD55 HFV 17k34k52k69k87k '08'18'14

Check LD55 HFV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,669 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,665 miles
Since last MOT+5,909 miles
PASS
Mileage80,756 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,163 miles
PASS
Mileage76,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,314 miles
PASS
Mileage70,277 miles
Since last MOT+5,637 miles
PASS
Mileage64,640 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,571 miles
Since last MOT+9,535 miles
PASS
Mileage55,036 miles
Since last MOT+13,206 miles
PASS
Mileage41,830 miles
Since last MOT+9,297 miles
PASS
Mileage32,533 miles
Since last MOT+6,378 miles
PASS
Mileage26,155 miles
Since last MOT+4,573 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,586 miles
PASS
Mileage16,996 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

RegistrationLD55 HFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LD55 HFV

What car is LD55 HFV?

LD55 HFV is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LD55 HFV?

The last recorded mileage for LD55 HFV was 86,669 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD55 HFV passed its MOT?

LD55 HFV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2018.

Is LD55 HFV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD55 HFV 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 LD55 HFV?

LD55 HFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.