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LR55 MVT

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Yellow Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourYellow
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 44,462 miles on the clock, averaging 2,391 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 MVT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
44,462
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
94%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,391

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading44,462 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,544
Average per year2,391
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR55 MVT 3k14k24k34k44k '08'25'18

Check LR55 MVT

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,462 miles
Since last MOT+2,544 miles
PASS
Mileage41,918 miles
Since last MOT+2,713 miles
PASS
Mileage39,205 miles
Since last MOT+3,008 miles
PASS
Mileage36,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,368 miles
PASS
Mileage33,829 miles
Since last MOT+1,717 miles
PASS
Mileage32,112 miles
Since last MOT+1,387 miles
PASS
Mileage30,725 miles
Since last MOT+6,588 miles
PASS
Mileage24,137 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,137 miles
Since last MOT+13,330 miles
PASS
Mileage10,807 miles
Since last MOT+1,846 miles
PASS
Mileage8,961 miles
Since last MOT+1,243 miles
PASS
Mileage7,718 miles
Since last MOT+163 miles
PASS
Mileage7,555 miles
Since last MOT+524 miles
PASS
Mileage7,031 miles
Since last MOT+685 miles
PASS
Mileage6,346 miles
Since last MOT+2,149 miles
PASS
Mileage4,197 miles
Since last MOT+833 miles
PASS
Mileage3,364 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 MVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LR55 MVT

What car is LR55 MVT?

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

What is the mileage of LR55 MVT?

The last recorded mileage for LR55 MVT was 44,462 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR55 MVT passed its MOT?

LR55 MVT has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.

Is LR55 MVT ULEZ compliant?

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

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