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LG05 XTH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 82,014 miles on the clock, averaging 5,573 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 XTH

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,014
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
5,573

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,014 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,573
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG05 XTH 18k34k50k66k82k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,014 miles
Since last MOT+4,531 miles
PASS
Mileage77,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,483 miles
Since last MOT+3,999 miles
PASS
Mileage73,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,484 miles
Since last MOT+4,664 miles
PASS
Mileage68,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,919 miles
PASS
Mileage63,901 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,900 miles
Since last MOT+4,283 miles
PASS
Mileage59,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,617 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,547 miles
Since last MOT+5,449 miles
PASS
Mileage54,098 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage54,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,078 miles
Since last MOT+9,788 miles
PASS
Mileage44,290 miles
Since last MOT+6,448 miles
PASS
Mileage37,842 miles
Since last MOT+4,062 miles
PASS
Mileage33,780 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,780 miles
Since last MOT+6,370 miles
PASS
Mileage27,410 miles
Since last MOT+6,955 miles
PASS
Mileage20,455 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,453 miles
Since last MOT+2,935 miles
PASS
Mileage17,518 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 XTH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LG05 XTH

What car is LG05 XTH?

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

What is the mileage of LG05 XTH?

The last recorded mileage for LG05 XTH was 82,014 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG05 XTH passed its MOT?

LG05 XTH has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2019.

Is LG05 XTH ULEZ compliant?

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

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