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LR05 ESO

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 79,316 miles on the clock, averaging 4,665 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 LR05 ESO

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,316
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,665

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading79,316 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,291
Average per year4,665
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR05 ESO 14k30k47k63k79k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,316 miles
Since last MOT+1,291 miles
PASS
Mileage78,025 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,025 miles
Since last MOT+1,604 miles
PASS
Mileage76,421 miles
Since last MOT+4,865 miles
PASS
Mileage71,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,910 miles
PASS
Mileage65,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,990 miles
PASS
Mileage60,656 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,655 miles
Since last MOT+4,522 miles
PASS
Mileage56,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,133 miles
Since last MOT+4,778 miles
PASS
Mileage51,355 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage46,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,527 miles
Since last MOT+4,221 miles
PASS
Mileage42,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,204 miles
PASS
Mileage38,102 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,102 miles
Since last MOT+3,776 miles
PASS
Mileage34,326 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,320 miles
Since last MOT+5,033 miles
PASS
Mileage29,287 miles
Since last MOT+7,950 miles
PASS
Mileage21,337 miles
Since last MOT+7,164 miles
PASS
Mileage14,173 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

RegistrationLR05 ESO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 ESO

What car is LR05 ESO?

LR05 ESO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR05 ESO?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 ESO was 79,316 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 ESO passed its MOT?

LR05 ESO has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2022.

Is LR05 ESO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 ESO 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 ESO?

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