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LR55 HHC

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 128,701 miles on the clock, averaging 4,122 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 LR55 HHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,701
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
4,122

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading128,701 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year4,122
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR55 HHC 75k89k102k115k129k '08'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,701 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,685 miles
Since last MOT+959 miles
PASS
Mileage127,726 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,716 miles
Since last MOT+18,931 miles
PASS
Mileage108,785 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,780 miles
Since last MOT+2,907 miles
PASS
Mileage105,873 miles
Since last MOT+4,880 miles
PASS
Mileage100,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,993 miles
Since last MOT+1,310 miles
PASS
Mileage99,683 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage94,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,327 miles
Since last MOT+3,397 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,930 miles
Since last MOT+4,557 miles
PASS
Mileage86,373 miles
Since last MOT+1,741 miles
PASS
Mileage84,632 miles
Since last MOT+4,760 miles
PASS
Mileage79,872 miles
Since last MOT+4,491 miles
PASS
Mileage75,381 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,381 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 HHC
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 HHC

What car is LR55 HHC?

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

What is the mileage of LR55 HHC?

The last recorded mileage for LR55 HHC was 128,701 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR55 HHC passed its MOT?

LR55 HHC has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2021.

Is LR55 HHC ULEZ compliant?

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

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