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LR55 GUA

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 127,836 miles on the clock, averaging 11,745 miles per year, above 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 LR55 GUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,836
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,745

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading127,836 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year11,745
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR55 GUA 32k56k80k104k128k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,836 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,830 miles
Since last MOT+6,426 miles
PASS
Mileage121,404 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,403 miles
Since last MOT+6,694 miles
PASS
Mileage114,709 miles
Since last MOT+4,730 miles
PASS
Mileage109,979 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage106,815 miles
Since last MOT+19,441 miles
PASS
Mileage87,374 miles
Since last MOT+18,356 miles
PASS
Mileage69,018 miles
Since last MOT+22,130 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,888 miles
Since last MOT+15,036 miles
PASS
Mileage31,852 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

RegistrationLR55 GUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LR55 GUA

What car is LR55 GUA?

LR55 GUA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR55 GUA?

The last recorded mileage for LR55 GUA was 127,836 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR55 GUA passed its MOT?

LR55 GUA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2016.

Is LR55 GUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 GUA 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 LR55 GUA?

LR55 GUA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.