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LT55 YBS

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourRed
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 124,244 miles on the clock, averaging 6,125 miles per year, 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 YBS

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,125

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

Below average
Latest reading124,244 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,125
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT55 YBS 26k51k75k100k124k '08'24'18

Check LT55 YBS

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,244 miles
Since last MOT+8,016 miles
PASS
Mileage116,228 miles
Since last MOT+533 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,695 miles
Since last MOT+4,149 miles
PASS
Mileage111,546 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,543 miles
Since last MOT+6,352 miles
PASS
Mileage105,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,191 miles
Since last MOT+4,748 miles
PASS
Mileage100,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,443 miles
Since last MOT+5,777 miles
PASS
Mileage94,666 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage90,990 miles
Since last MOT+292 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,698 miles
Since last MOT+4,269 miles
PASS
Mileage86,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,429 miles
Since last MOT+4,481 miles
PASS
Mileage81,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,948 miles
Since last MOT+5,640 miles
PASS
Mileage76,308 miles
Since last MOT+11,212 miles
PASS
Mileage65,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,096 miles
Since last MOT+14,611 miles
PASS
Mileage50,485 miles
Since last MOT+8,571 miles
PASS
Mileage41,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,752 miles
PASS
Mileage39,162 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage35,048 miles
Since last MOT+9,118 miles
PASS
Mileage25,930 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 YBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LT55 YBS

What car is LT55 YBS?

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

What is the mileage of LT55 YBS?

The last recorded mileage for LT55 YBS was 124,244 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT55 YBS passed its MOT?

LT55 YBS has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2024.

Is LT55 YBS ULEZ compliant?

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

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