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LF55 GJU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 94,230 miles on the clock, averaging 6,817 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 LF55 GJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,230
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,817

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 reading94,230 miles
Reading date
Miles last year30
Average per year6,817
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF55 GJU 30k46k62k78k94k '08'18'14

Check LF55 GJU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,230 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,577 miles
PASS
Mileage84,623 miles
Since last MOT+15,761 miles
PASS
Mileage68,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,862 miles
Since last MOT+11,010 miles
PASS
Mileage57,852 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,722 miles
Since last MOT+6,715 miles
PASS
Mileage51,007 miles
Since last MOT+5,525 miles
PASS
Mileage45,482 miles
Since last MOT+3,268 miles
PASS
Mileage42,214 miles
Since last MOT+4,242 miles
PASS
Mileage37,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,837 miles
PASS
Mileage34,135 miles
Since last MOT+8,682 miles
PASS
Mileage25,453 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,320 miles
PASS
Mileage29,723 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

RegistrationLF55 GJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LF55 GJU

What car is LF55 GJU?

LF55 GJU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LF55 GJU?

The last recorded mileage for LF55 GJU was 94,230 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF55 GJU passed its MOT?

LF55 GJU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2018.

Is LF55 GJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF55 GJU 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 LF55 GJU?

LF55 GJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.