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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 76,694 miles on the clock, averaging 5,492 miles per year, 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 LR05 DRO
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
Below average| Latest reading | 76,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,795 |
| Average per year | 5,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LR05 DRO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LR05 DRO
What car is LR05 DRO?
LR05 DRO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR05 DRO?
The last recorded mileage for LR05 DRO was 76,694 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR05 DRO passed its MOT?
LR05 DRO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Apr 2018.
Is LR05 DRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 DRO 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 LR05 DRO?
LR05 DRO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.