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LM05 YGF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 74,786 miles on the clock, averaging 3,699 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 YGF

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,786
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,699

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,786 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,906
Average per year3,699
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM05 YGF 15k30k45k60k75k '08'24'17

Check LM05 YGF

Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage74,786 miles
Since last MOT+2,906 miles
PASS
Mileage71,880 miles
Since last MOT+3,363 miles
PASS
Mileage68,517 miles
Since last MOT+3,256 miles
PASS
Mileage65,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,261 miles
Since last MOT+2,553 miles
PASS
Mileage62,708 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,708 miles
Since last MOT+3,169 miles
PASS
Mileage59,539 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,539 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,539 miles
Since last MOT+3,037 miles
PASS
Mileage56,502 miles
Since last MOT+2,999 miles
PASS
Mileage53,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,503 miles
Since last MOT+1,768 miles
PASS
Mileage51,735 miles
Since last MOT+1,392 miles
PASS
Mileage50,343 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,342 miles
Since last MOT+5,514 miles
PASS
Mileage44,828 miles
Since last MOT+1,636 miles
PASS
Mileage43,192 miles
Since last MOT+3,828 miles
PASS
Mileage39,364 miles
Since last MOT+3,796 miles
PASS
Mileage35,568 miles
Since last MOT+4,172 miles
PASS
Mileage31,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,396 miles
Since last MOT+5,187 miles
PASS
Mileage26,209 miles
Since last MOT+10,966 miles
PASS
Mileage15,243 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 YGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LM05 YGF

What car is LM05 YGF?

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

What is the mileage of LM05 YGF?

The last recorded mileage for LM05 YGF was 74,786 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM05 YGF passed its MOT?

LM05 YGF has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 1 Aug 2024.

Is LM05 YGF ULEZ compliant?

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

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