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LM05 PCX

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 68,205 miles on the clock, averaging 2,967 miles per year, well 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 LM05 PCX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
68,205
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,967

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,205 miles
Reading date
Miles last year143
Average per year2,967
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM05 PCX 17k29k42k55k68k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,205 miles
Since last MOT+143 miles
PASS
Mileage68,062 miles
Since last MOT+237 miles
PASS
Mileage67,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,825 miles
Since last MOT+289 miles
PASS
Mileage67,536 miles
Since last MOT+379 miles
PASS
Mileage67,157 miles
Since last MOT+242 miles
PASS
Mileage66,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,915 miles
Since last MOT+2,838 miles
PASS
Mileage64,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,077 miles
Since last MOT+4,522 miles
PASS
Mileage59,555 miles
Since last MOT+3,865 miles
PASS
Mileage55,690 miles
Since last MOT+4,445 miles
PASS
Mileage51,245 miles
Since last MOT+3,844 miles
PASS
Mileage47,401 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
PASS
Mileage43,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,658 miles
Since last MOT+4,737 miles
PASS
Mileage38,921 miles
Since last MOT+4,518 miles
PASS
Mileage34,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,323 miles
PASS
Mileage30,080 miles
Since last MOT+4,594 miles
PASS
Mileage25,486 miles
Since last MOT+4,444 miles
PASS
Mileage21,042 miles
Since last MOT+4,478 miles
PASS
Mileage16,564 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 PCX
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 PCX

What car is LM05 PCX?

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

What is the mileage of LM05 PCX?

The last recorded mileage for LM05 PCX was 68,205 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM05 PCX passed its MOT?

LM05 PCX has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.

Is LM05 PCX ULEZ compliant?

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

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