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LT05 VGG

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 51,400 miles on the clock, averaging 1,635 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 VGG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
51,400
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
1,635

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,400 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,635
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT05 VGG 23k30k37k44k51k '09'26'20

Check LT05 VGG

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,400 miles
Since last MOT+3,769 miles
PASS
Mileage47,631 miles
Since last MOT+2,488 miles
PASS
Mileage45,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,861 miles
PASS
Mileage42,282 miles
Since last MOT+493 miles
PASS
Mileage41,789 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,789 miles
Since last MOT+460 miles
PASS
Mileage41,329 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,314 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
PASS
Mileage41,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,297 miles
Since last MOT+448 miles
PASS
Mileage40,849 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,845 miles
Since last MOT+8,403 miles
PASS
Mileage32,442 miles
Since last MOT+9,107 miles
PASS
Mileage23,335 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 VGG
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 VGG

What car is LT05 VGG?

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

What is the mileage of LT05 VGG?

The last recorded mileage for LT05 VGG was 51,400 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT05 VGG passed its MOT?

LT05 VGG has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2026.

Is LT05 VGG ULEZ compliant?

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

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