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LT55 YEB

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 63,915 miles on the clock, averaging 2,267 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 YEB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
63,915
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,267

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 reading63,915 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,300
Average per year2,267
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT55 YEB 24k34k44k54k64k '08'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,915 miles
Since last MOT+1,300 miles
PASS
Mileage62,615 miles
Since last MOT+3,361 miles
PASS
Mileage59,254 miles
Since last MOT+1,610 miles
PASS
Mileage57,644 miles
Since last MOT+3,298 miles
PASS
Mileage54,346 miles
Since last MOT+901 miles
PASS
Mileage53,445 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,445 miles
Since last MOT+586 miles
PASS
Mileage52,859 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
PASS
Mileage52,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,803 miles
Since last MOT+731 miles
PASS
Mileage52,072 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,072 miles
Since last MOT+740 miles
PASS
Mileage51,332 miles
Since last MOT+1,868 miles
PASS
Mileage49,464 miles
Since last MOT+203 miles
PASS
Mileage49,261 miles
Since last MOT+388 miles
PASS
Mileage48,873 miles
Since last MOT+433 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,440 miles
Since last MOT+1,205 miles
PASS
Mileage47,235 miles
Since last MOT+5,082 miles
PASS
Mileage42,153 miles
Since last MOT+6,684 miles
PASS
Mileage35,469 miles
Since last MOT+5,215 miles
PASS
Mileage30,254 miles
Since last MOT+6,206 miles
PASS
Mileage24,048 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 YEB
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 YEB

What car is LT55 YEB?

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

What is the mileage of LT55 YEB?

The last recorded mileage for LT55 YEB was 63,915 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT55 YEB passed its MOT?

LT55 YEB has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.

Is LT55 YEB ULEZ compliant?

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

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