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LL05 HOH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 113,734 miles on the clock, averaging 8,010 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LL05 HOH

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,734
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,010

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,734 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-2
Average per year8,010
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LL05 HOH 29k50k72k93k114k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,734 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,095 miles
PASS
Mileage106,641 miles
Since last MOT+8,471 miles
PASS
Mileage98,170 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,094 miles
Since last MOT+12,023 miles
PASS
Mileage86,071 miles
Since last MOT+142 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,929 miles
Since last MOT+7,788 miles
PASS
Mileage78,141 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,139 miles
Since last MOT+5,383 miles
PASS
Mileage72,756 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,743 miles
Since last MOT+5,598 miles
PASS
Mileage67,145 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,132 miles
Since last MOT+9,055 miles
PASS
Mileage58,077 miles
Since last MOT+4,831 miles
PASS
Mileage53,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,246 miles
Since last MOT+17,084 miles
PASS
Mileage36,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,162 miles
Since last MOT+6,834 miles
PASS
Mileage29,328 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL05 HOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLL — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LL05 HOH

What car is LL05 HOH?

LL05 HOH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LL05 HOH?

The last recorded mileage for LL05 HOH was 113,734 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LL05 HOH passed its MOT?

LL05 HOH has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2019.

Is LL05 HOH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LL05 HOH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LL05 HOH?

LL05 HOH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.