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 1198cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 43,211 miles on the clock, averaging 3,324 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 LM05 HSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LM05 HSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 HSV
What car is LM05 HSV?
LM05 HSV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 HSV?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 HSV was 43,211 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 HSV passed its MOT?
LM05 HSV has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Sep 2016.
Is LM05 HSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 HSV 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 HSV?
LM05 HSV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.