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LG05 WLO

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 149,134 miles on the clock, averaging 9,293 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 LG05 WLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,134
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
9,293

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,134 miles
Reading date
Miles last year37
Average per year9,293
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG05 WLO 13k47k81k115k149k '08'22'16

Check LG05 WLO

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,134 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,097 miles
Since last MOT+8,804 miles
PASS
Mileage140,293 miles
Since last MOT+10,133 miles
PASS
Mileage130,160 miles
Since last MOT+14,550 miles
PASS
Mileage115,610 miles
Since last MOT+11,487 miles
PASS
Mileage104,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,123 miles
Since last MOT+11,946 miles
PASS
Mileage92,177 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,173 miles
Since last MOT+8,865 miles
PASS
Mileage83,308 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,058 miles
Since last MOT+6,472 miles
PASS
Mileage76,586 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,586 miles
Since last MOT+14,801 miles
PASS
Mileage61,785 miles
Since last MOT+9,863 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,922 miles
Since last MOT+7,471 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,451 miles
Since last MOT+10,626 miles
PASS
Mileage33,825 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage28,253 miles
Since last MOT+5,544 miles
PASS
Mileage22,709 miles
Since last MOT+8,669 miles
PASS
Mileage14,040 miles
Since last MOT+1,492 miles
PASS
Mileage12,548 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 WLO
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 WLO

What car is LG05 WLO?

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

What is the mileage of LG05 WLO?

The last recorded mileage for LG05 WLO was 149,134 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG05 WLO passed its MOT?

LG05 WLO has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2022.

Is LG05 WLO ULEZ compliant?

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

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