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LM05 HRU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 162,359 miles on the clock, averaging 10,122 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 LM05 HRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,359
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,122

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,359 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,452
Average per year10,122
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM05 HRU 54k81k108k135k162k '08'19'13

Check LM05 HRU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,359 miles
Since last MOT+9,452 miles
PASS
Mileage152,907 miles
Since last MOT+3,815 miles
PASS
Mileage149,092 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,091 miles
Since last MOT+4,189 miles
PASS
Mileage144,902 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,900 miles
Since last MOT+20,567 miles
PASS
Mileage124,333 miles
Since last MOT+71 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,262 miles
Since last MOT+18,115 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,147 miles
Since last MOT+8,361 miles
PASS
Mileage97,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,786 miles
Since last MOT+14,696 miles
PASS
Mileage83,090 miles
Since last MOT+12,360 miles
PASS
Mileage70,730 miles
Since last MOT+9,845 miles
PASS
Mileage60,885 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,885 miles
Since last MOT+6,865 miles
PASS
Mileage54,020 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,020 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

RegistrationLM05 HRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LM05 HRU

What car is LM05 HRU?

LM05 HRU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LM05 HRU?

The last recorded mileage for LM05 HRU was 162,359 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM05 HRU passed its MOT?

LM05 HRU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2019.

Is LM05 HRU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 HRU 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 LM05 HRU?

LM05 HRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.