Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 55,662 miles on the clock, averaging 2,006 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LD55 VLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,662 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 756 |
| Average per year | 2,006 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LD55 VLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LD55 VLV
What car is LD55 VLV?
LD55 VLV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LD55 VLV?
The last recorded mileage for LD55 VLV was 55,662 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD55 VLV passed its MOT?
LD55 VLV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is LD55 VLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD55 VLV 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 VLV?
LD55 VLV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.