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LR54 XHV

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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 122,321 miles on the clock, averaging 5,593 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 LR54 XHV

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,321
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2007
66%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
5,593

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

Below average
Latest reading122,321 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,593
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR54 XHV 20k46k71k97k122k '07'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,321 miles
Since last MOT+2,649 miles
PASS
Mileage119,672 miles
Since last MOT+2,455 miles
PASS
Mileage117,217 miles
Since last MOT+2,456 miles
PASS
Mileage114,761 miles
Since last MOT+2,534 miles
PASS
Mileage112,227 miles
Since last MOT+2,296 miles
PASS
Mileage109,931 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,904 miles
Since last MOT+3,215 miles
PASS
Mileage106,689 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,689 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage103,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,631 miles
Since last MOT+5,855 miles
PASS
Mileage97,776 miles
Since last MOT+1,695 miles
PASS
Mileage96,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,081 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage88,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,599 miles
Since last MOT+8,101 miles
PASS
Mileage80,498 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,495 miles
Since last MOT+14,767 miles
PASS
Mileage65,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,728 miles
Since last MOT+8,478 miles
PASS
Mileage57,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,250 miles
Since last MOT+3,848 miles
PASS
Mileage53,402 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,402 miles
Since last MOT+11,311 miles
PASS
Mileage42,091 miles
Since last MOT+6,564 miles
PASS
Mileage35,527 miles
Since last MOT+6,725 miles
PASS
Mileage28,802 miles
Since last MOT+8,757 miles
PASS
Mileage20,045 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

RegistrationLR54 XHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LR54 XHV

What car is LR54 XHV?

LR54 XHV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR54 XHV?

The last recorded mileage for LR54 XHV was 122,321 miles, recorded on 9 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR54 XHV passed its MOT?

LR54 XHV has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2025.

Is LR54 XHV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR54 XHV 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 LR54 XHV?

LR54 XHV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.