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LG05 XKA

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 48,019 miles on the clock, averaging 2,960 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LG05 XKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,019
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
2,960

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

Low mileage
Latest reading48,019 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,954
Average per year2,960
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG05 XKA 21k28k35k41k48k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,019 miles
Since last MOT+3,954 miles
PASS
Mileage44,065 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,061 miles
Since last MOT+3,224 miles
PASS
Mileage40,837 miles
Since last MOT+2,462 miles
PASS
Mileage38,375 miles
Since last MOT+2,941 miles
PASS
Mileage35,434 miles
Since last MOT+3,375 miles
PASS
Mileage32,059 miles
Since last MOT+1,821 miles
PASS
Mileage30,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,238 miles
Since last MOT+2,537 miles
PASS
Mileage27,701 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
PASS
Mileage23,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,958 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage20,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,997 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 XKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LG05 XKA

What car is LG05 XKA?

LG05 XKA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LG05 XKA?

The last recorded mileage for LG05 XKA was 48,019 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG05 XKA passed its MOT?

LG05 XKA has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2018.

Is LG05 XKA ULEZ compliant?

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

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