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LT05 JHY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 143,389 miles on the clock, averaging 12,698 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 LT05 JHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,698

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,587
Average per year12,698
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT05 JHY 55k77k99k121k143k '08'15'11

Check LT05 JHY

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,389 miles
Since last MOT+4,587 miles
PASS
Mileage138,802 miles
Since last MOT+8,981 miles
PASS
Mileage129,821 miles
Since last MOT+9,812 miles
PASS
Mileage120,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,009 miles
Since last MOT+11,796 miles
PASS
Mileage108,213 miles
Since last MOT+17,190 miles
PASS
Mileage91,023 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,021 miles
Since last MOT+19,383 miles
PASS
Mileage71,638 miles
Since last MOT+17,015 miles
PASS
Mileage54,623 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,565 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

RegistrationLT05 JHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LT05 JHY

What car is LT05 JHY?

LT05 JHY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LT05 JHY?

The last recorded mileage for LT05 JHY was 143,389 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT05 JHY passed its MOT?

LT05 JHY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2015.

Is LT05 JHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT05 JHY 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 LT05 JHY?

LT05 JHY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.