Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 174,005 miles on the clock, averaging 10,023 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OY55 LBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,964 |
| Average per year | 10,023 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY55 LBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OY55 LBN
What car is OY55 LBN?
OY55 LBN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY55 LBN?
The last recorded mileage for OY55 LBN was 174,005 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY55 LBN passed its MOT?
OY55 LBN has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2021.
Is OY55 LBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 LBN 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 OY55 LBN?
OY55 LBN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.