Vehicle summary
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 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 116,127 miles on the clock, averaging 8,761 miles per year, around 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 HSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,127 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,761 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LM05 HSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 HSE
What car is LM05 HSE?
LM05 HSE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 HSE?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 HSE was 116,127 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 HSE passed its MOT?
LM05 HSE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2019.
Is LM05 HSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 HSE 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 HSE?
LM05 HSE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.