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LD55 SFJ

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 98,635 miles on the clock, averaging 6,335 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 SFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,635
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,335

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 reading98,635 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,650
Average per year6,335
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD55 SFJ 18k38k58k79k99k '08'21'14

Check LD55 SFJ

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,635 miles
Since last MOT+14,650 miles
PASS
Mileage83,985 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,985 miles
Since last MOT+4,570 miles
PASS
Mileage79,415 miles
Since last MOT+8,761 miles
PASS
Mileage70,654 miles
Since last MOT+7,619 miles
PASS
Mileage63,035 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,994 miles
Since last MOT+4,969 miles
PASS
Mileage58,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage52,692 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,689 miles
Since last MOT+3,500 miles
PASS
Mileage49,189 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,174 miles
Since last MOT+5,255 miles
PASS
Mileage43,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,919 miles
Since last MOT+4,777 miles
PASS
Mileage39,142 miles
Since last MOT+3,256 miles
PASS
Mileage35,886 miles
Since last MOT+4,365 miles
PASS
Mileage31,521 miles
Since last MOT+13,426 miles
PASS
Mileage18,095 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 SFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LD55 SFJ

What car is LD55 SFJ?

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

What is the mileage of LD55 SFJ?

The last recorded mileage for LD55 SFJ was 98,635 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD55 SFJ passed its MOT?

LD55 SFJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2021.

Is LD55 SFJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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