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LT05 TXP

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 1198cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 51,948 miles on the clock, averaging 4,902 miles per year, well 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 LT05 TXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,948
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,902

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,948 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,861
Average per year4,902
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT05 TXP 12k22k32k42k52k '08'16'11

Check LT05 TXP

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,861 miles
PASS
Mileage48,087 miles
Since last MOT+1,573 miles
PASS
Mileage46,514 miles
Since last MOT+15,771 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,743 miles
Since last MOT+7,473 miles
PASS
Mileage23,270 miles
Since last MOT+3,267 miles
PASS
Mileage20,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,536 miles
PASS
Mileage16,467 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,467 miles
Since last MOT+4,325 miles
PASS
Mileage12,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,142 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 TXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LT05 TXP

What car is LT05 TXP?

LT05 TXP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LT05 TXP?

The last recorded mileage for LT05 TXP was 51,948 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT05 TXP passed its MOT?

LT05 TXP has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2016.

Is LT05 TXP ULEZ compliant?

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

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