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LG05 OXF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 76,919 miles on the clock, averaging 5,642 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 LG05 OXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,919
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,642

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading76,919 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,021
Average per year5,642
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG05 OXF 14k30k46k61k77k '08'19'12

Check LG05 OXF

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,919 miles
Since last MOT+5,021 miles
PASS
Mileage71,898 miles
Since last MOT+3,446 miles
PASS
Mileage68,452 miles
Since last MOT+6,085 miles
PASS
Mileage62,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage55,644 miles
Since last MOT+6,073 miles
PASS
Mileage49,571 miles
Since last MOT+6,699 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,872 miles
Since last MOT+6,327 miles
PASS
Mileage36,545 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,545 miles
Since last MOT+6,093 miles
PASS
Mileage30,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,452 miles
Since last MOT+7,014 miles
PASS
Mileage23,438 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,369 miles
Since last MOT+4,465 miles
PASS
Mileage18,904 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,904 miles
Since last MOT+4,661 miles
PASS
Mileage14,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,243 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

RegistrationLG05 OXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LG05 OXF

What car is LG05 OXF?

LG05 OXF is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LG05 OXF?

The last recorded mileage for LG05 OXF was 76,919 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG05 OXF passed its MOT?

LG05 OXF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2019.

Is LG05 OXF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG05 OXF 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 LG05 OXF?

LG05 OXF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.