Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 138,097 miles on the clock, averaging 5,599 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 LR55 VVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,920 |
| Average per year | 5,599 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LR55 VVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LR55 VVT
What car is LR55 VVT?
LR55 VVT is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR55 VVT?
The last recorded mileage for LR55 VVT was 138,097 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR55 VVT passed its MOT?
LR55 VVT has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.
Is LR55 VVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR55 VVT 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 VVT?
LR55 VVT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.