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LR05 RXY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 103,267 miles on the clock, averaging 5,949 miles per year, 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 RXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,949

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

Below average
Latest reading103,267 miles
Reading date
Miles last year106
Average per year5,949
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR05 RXY 32k50k68k85k103k '08'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,267 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,161 miles
Since last MOT+5,907 miles
PASS
Mileage97,254 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage92,383 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,381 miles
Since last MOT+4,023 miles
PASS
Mileage88,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,451 miles
PASS
Mileage83,907 miles
Since last MOT+2,187 miles
PASS
Mileage81,720 miles
Since last MOT+4,950 miles
PASS
Mileage76,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,770 miles
Since last MOT+5,456 miles
PASS
Mileage71,314 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,314 miles
Since last MOT+5,676 miles
PASS
Mileage65,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,638 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage59,107 miles
Since last MOT+5,768 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,339 miles
Since last MOT+8,181 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,158 miles
Since last MOT+13,327 miles
PASS
Mileage31,831 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 RXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 RXY

What car is LR05 RXY?

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

What is the mileage of LR05 RXY?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 RXY was 103,267 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 RXY passed its MOT?

LR05 RXY has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2020.

Is LR05 RXY ULEZ compliant?

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

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