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LF55 UAR

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 155,014 miles on the clock, averaging 13,012 miles per year, above 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 UAR

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,014
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2016
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
13,012

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading155,014 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,842
Average per year13,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF55 UAR 122k130k139k147k155k '16'18'17

Check LF55 UAR

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,014 miles
Since last MOT+1,842 miles
PASS
Mileage153,172 miles
Since last MOT+16,698 miles
PASS
Mileage136,474 miles
Since last MOT+13,970 miles
PASS
Mileage122,504 miles
Since last MOT+416 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,088 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 UAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LF55 UAR

What car is LF55 UAR?

LF55 UAR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LF55 UAR?

The last recorded mileage for LF55 UAR was 155,014 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF55 UAR passed its MOT?

LF55 UAR has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2018.

Is LF55 UAR ULEZ compliant?

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

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