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LT55 HTK

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 120,787 miles on the clock, averaging 7,701 miles per year, around 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 LT55 HTK

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,701

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,787 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,701
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT55 HTK 19k44k70k95k121k '08'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,787 miles
Since last MOT+18,582 miles
PASS
Mileage102,205 miles
Since last MOT+28,433 miles
PASS
Mileage73,772 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
PASS
Mileage73,756 miles
Since last MOT+2,410 miles
PASS
Mileage71,346 miles
Since last MOT+3,954 miles
PASS
Mileage67,392 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,350 miles
Since last MOT+3,124 miles
PASS
Mileage64,226 miles
Since last MOT+359 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,867 miles
Since last MOT+12,858 miles
PASS
Mileage51,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,009 miles
Since last MOT+8,020 miles
PASS
Mileage42,989 miles
Since last MOT+6,236 miles
PASS
Mileage36,753 miles
Since last MOT+6,692 miles
PASS
Mileage30,061 miles
Since last MOT+7,852 miles
PASS
Mileage22,209 miles
Since last MOT+1,744 miles
PASS
Mileage20,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,465 miles
Since last MOT+1,444 miles
PASS
Mileage19,021 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,012 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

RegistrationLT55 HTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LT55 HTK

What car is LT55 HTK?

LT55 HTK is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LT55 HTK?

The last recorded mileage for LT55 HTK was 120,787 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT55 HTK passed its MOT?

LT55 HTK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2021.

Is LT55 HTK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT55 HTK 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 LT55 HTK?

LT55 HTK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.