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LT55 TNU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 69,516 miles on the clock, averaging 3,012 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 LT55 TNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,516
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,012

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

Low mileage
Latest reading69,516 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year3,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT55 TNU 18k31k44k57k70k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,516 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,509 miles
Since last MOT+4,879 miles
PASS
Mileage64,630 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,608 miles
Since last MOT+4,466 miles
PASS
Mileage60,142 miles
Since last MOT+4,431 miles
PASS
Mileage55,711 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage51,210 miles
Since last MOT+4,519 miles
PASS
Mileage46,691 miles
Since last MOT+2,277 miles
PASS
Mileage44,414 miles
Since last MOT+4,526 miles
PASS
Mileage39,888 miles
Since last MOT+2,222 miles
PASS
Mileage37,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,666 miles
Since last MOT+2,138 miles
PASS
Mileage35,528 miles
Since last MOT+1,590 miles
PASS
Mileage33,938 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,934 miles
Since last MOT+1,521 miles
PASS
Mileage32,413 miles
Since last MOT+1,408 miles
PASS
Mileage31,005 miles
Since last MOT+1,720 miles
PASS
Mileage29,285 miles
Since last MOT+1,523 miles
PASS
Mileage27,762 miles
Since last MOT+2,326 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,436 miles
Since last MOT+4,381 miles
PASS
Mileage21,055 miles
Since last MOT+3,169 miles
PASS
Mileage17,886 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 TNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LT55 TNU

What car is LT55 TNU?

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

What is the mileage of LT55 TNU?

The last recorded mileage for LT55 TNU was 69,516 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT55 TNU passed its MOT?

LT55 TNU has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.

Is LT55 TNU ULEZ compliant?

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

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