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LT05 SYV

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 183,013 miles on the clock, averaging 20,799 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 SYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
183,013
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
20,799

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading183,013 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,283
Average per year20,799
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LT05 SYV 37k74k110k147k183k '08'15'12

Check LT05 SYV

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage183,013 miles
Since last MOT+16,283 miles
PASS
Mileage166,730 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,730 miles
Since last MOT+18,009 miles
PASS
Mileage148,721 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,721 miles
Since last MOT+16,885 miles
PASS
Mileage131,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,836 miles
Since last MOT+22,363 miles
PASS
Mileage109,473 miles
Since last MOT+16,812 miles
PASS
Mileage92,661 miles
Since last MOT+25,816 miles
PASS
Mileage66,845 miles
Since last MOT+29,441 miles
PASS
Mileage37,404 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 SYV
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 SYV

What car is LT05 SYV?

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

What is the mileage of LT05 SYV?

The last recorded mileage for LT05 SYV was 183,013 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT05 SYV passed its MOT?

LT05 SYV has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2015.

Is LT05 SYV ULEZ compliant?

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

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