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LD55 WBP

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 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 51,942 miles on the clock, averaging 2,702 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 LD55 WBP

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,942
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,702

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,942 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,429
Average per year2,702
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD55 WBP 14k24k33k42k52k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,942 miles
Since last MOT+4,429 miles
PASS
Mileage47,513 miles
Since last MOT+2,807 miles
PASS
Mileage44,706 miles
Since last MOT+2,456 miles
PASS
Mileage42,250 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage39,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,192 miles
Since last MOT+2,862 miles
PASS
Mileage36,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,330 miles
Since last MOT+3,848 miles
PASS
Mileage32,482 miles
Since last MOT+3,755 miles
PASS
Mileage28,727 miles
Since last MOT+2,531 miles
PASS
Mileage26,196 miles
Since last MOT+3,303 miles
PASS
Mileage22,893 miles
Since last MOT+1,146 miles
PASS
Mileage21,747 miles
Since last MOT+1,258 miles
PASS
Mileage20,489 miles
Since last MOT+553 miles
PASS
Mileage19,936 miles
Since last MOT+2,919 miles
PASS
Mileage17,017 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage14,050 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,047 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 WBP
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 WBP

What car is LD55 WBP?

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

What is the mileage of LD55 WBP?

The last recorded mileage for LD55 WBP was 51,942 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD55 WBP passed its MOT?

LD55 WBP has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2022.

Is LD55 WBP ULEZ compliant?

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

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