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 Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 161,450 miles on the clock, averaging 8,008 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LT05 SYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,814 |
| Average per year | 8,008 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | LT05 SYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LT05 SYW
What car is LT05 SYW?
LT05 SYW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LT05 SYW?
The last recorded mileage for LT05 SYW was 161,450 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT05 SYW passed its MOT?
LT05 SYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 18 Oct 2021.
Is LT05 SYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT05 SYW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LT05 SYW?
LT05 SYW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.