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LR05 DUH

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 153,431 miles on the clock, averaging 10,479 miles per year, above 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 DUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,479

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,431 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,479
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR05 DUH 29k60k91k122k153k '08'20'14

Check LR05 DUH

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,431 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,431 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage144,672 miles
Since last MOT+8,356 miles
PASS
Mileage136,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,316 miles
Since last MOT+10,324 miles
PASS
Mileage125,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,992 miles
Since last MOT+13,853 miles
PASS
Mileage112,139 miles
Since last MOT+12,318 miles
PASS
Mileage99,821 miles
Since last MOT+13,652 miles
PASS
Mileage86,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,169 miles
Since last MOT+10,809 miles
PASS
Mileage75,360 miles
Since last MOT+6,814 miles
PASS
Mileage68,546 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,543 miles
Since last MOT+12,372 miles
PASS
Mileage56,171 miles
Since last MOT+9,375 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,796 miles
Since last MOT+8,859 miles
PASS
Mileage37,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,937 miles
Since last MOT+8,623 miles
PASS
Mileage29,314 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 DUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 DUH

What car is LR05 DUH?

LR05 DUH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR05 DUH?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 DUH was 153,431 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 DUH passed its MOT?

LR05 DUH has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2020.

Is LR05 DUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 DUH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LR05 DUH?

LR05 DUH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.