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LT05 UAB

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 73,659 miles on the clock, averaging 4,367 miles per year, well below 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 UAB

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,659
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,367

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 reading73,659 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year4,367
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT05 UAB 10k26k42k58k74k '08'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,659 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,656 miles
Since last MOT+8,080 miles
PASS
Mileage65,576 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,574 miles
Since last MOT+4,664 miles
PASS
Mileage60,910 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,908 miles
Since last MOT+4,099 miles
PASS
Mileage56,809 miles
Since last MOT+2,375 miles
PASS
Mileage54,434 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,409 miles
PASS
Mileage49,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,997 miles
Since last MOT+148 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,849 miles
Since last MOT+6,780 miles
PASS
Mileage43,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,483 miles
PASS
Mileage39,586 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,586 miles
Since last MOT+4,957 miles
PASS
Mileage34,629 miles
Since last MOT+1,259 miles
PASS
Mileage33,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,361 miles
PASS
Mileage29,009 miles
Since last MOT+4,066 miles
PASS
Mileage24,943 miles
Since last MOT+3,296 miles
PASS
Mileage21,647 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
PASS
Mileage17,885 miles
Since last MOT+4,822 miles
PASS
Mileage13,063 miles
Since last MOT+3,533 miles
PASS
Mileage9,530 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 UAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LT05 UAB

What car is LT05 UAB?

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

What is the mileage of LT05 UAB?

The last recorded mileage for LT05 UAB was 73,659 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT05 UAB passed its MOT?

LT05 UAB has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2022.

Is LT05 UAB ULEZ compliant?

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

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