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LT55 WXY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 68,908 miles on the clock, averaging 3,334 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 WXY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
68,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,334

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,908 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,743
Average per year3,334
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT55 WXY 12k26k40k55k69k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,908 miles
Since last MOT+1,743 miles
PASS
Mileage67,165 miles
Since last MOT+8,153 miles
PASS
Mileage59,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,012 miles
Since last MOT+9,488 miles
PASS
Mileage49,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage45,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,567 miles
PASS
Mileage41,462 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,365 miles
Since last MOT+1,360 miles
PASS
Mileage40,005 miles
Since last MOT+1,467 miles
PASS
Mileage38,538 miles
Since last MOT+1,490 miles
PASS
Mileage37,048 miles
Since last MOT+1,727 miles
PASS
Mileage35,321 miles
Since last MOT+2,539 miles
PASS
Mileage32,782 miles
Since last MOT+1,340 miles
PASS
Mileage31,442 miles
Since last MOT+5,106 miles
PASS
Mileage26,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,336 miles
PASS
Mileage26,519 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage21,032 miles
Since last MOT+3,841 miles
PASS
Mileage17,191 miles
Since last MOT+5,664 miles
PASS
Mileage11,527 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 WXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LT55 WXY

What car is LT55 WXY?

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

What is the mileage of LT55 WXY?

The last recorded mileage for LT55 WXY was 68,908 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT55 WXY passed its MOT?

LT55 WXY has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2026.

Is LT55 WXY ULEZ compliant?

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

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