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LT54 TZU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 83,437 miles on the clock, averaging 5,357 miles per year, 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 LT54 TZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,357

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,437 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,435
Average per year5,357
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT54 TZU 39k50k61k72k83k '08'16'12

Check LT54 TZU

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,437 miles
Since last MOT+4,435 miles
PASS
Mileage79,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,002 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
PASS
Mileage78,960 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
PASS
Mileage72,945 miles
Since last MOT+7,744 miles
PASS
Mileage65,201 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,995 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage59,965 miles
Since last MOT+5,707 miles
PASS
Mileage54,258 miles
Since last MOT+264 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,994 miles
Since last MOT+6,869 miles
PASS
Mileage47,125 miles
Since last MOT+484 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,641 miles
Since last MOT+7,228 miles
PASS
Mileage39,413 miles
Since last MOT+352 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,061 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

RegistrationLT54 TZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LT54 TZU

What car is LT54 TZU?

LT54 TZU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LT54 TZU?

The last recorded mileage for LT54 TZU was 83,437 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT54 TZU passed its MOT?

LT54 TZU has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2016.

Is LT54 TZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT54 TZU 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 LT54 TZU?

LT54 TZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.