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LG05 XEZ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 80,472 miles on the clock, averaging 4,022 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 LG05 XEZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,472
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
4,022

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 reading80,472 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,022
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG05 XEZ 10k27k45k63k80k '08'25'18

Check LG05 XEZ

Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,472 miles
Since last MOT+1,134 miles
PASS
Mileage79,338 miles
Since last MOT+1,525 miles
PASS
Mileage77,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,813 miles
Since last MOT+1,285 miles
PASS
Mileage76,528 miles
Since last MOT+1,205 miles
PASS
Mileage75,323 miles
Since last MOT+4,095 miles
PASS
Mileage71,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,228 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage68,277 miles
Since last MOT+3,487 miles
PASS
Mileage64,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,790 miles
Since last MOT+5,067 miles
PASS
Mileage59,723 miles
Since last MOT+6,265 miles
PASS
Mileage53,458 miles
Since last MOT+7,946 miles
PASS
Mileage45,512 miles
Since last MOT+6,174 miles
PASS
Mileage39,338 miles
Since last MOT+6,658 miles
PASS
Mileage32,680 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,558 miles
Since last MOT+3,307 miles
PASS
Mileage29,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,981 miles
PASS
Mileage25,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,244 miles
PASS
Mileage21,026 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage17,768 miles
Since last MOT+5,233 miles
PASS
Mileage12,535 miles
Since last MOT+3,003 miles
PASS
Mileage9,532 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 XEZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LG05 XEZ

What car is LG05 XEZ?

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

What is the mileage of LG05 XEZ?

The last recorded mileage for LG05 XEZ was 80,472 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG05 XEZ passed its MOT?

LG05 XEZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2025.

Is LG05 XEZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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