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SA55 LRU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 153,320 miles on the clock, averaging 12,385 miles per year, above 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 SA55 LRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,320
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
12,385

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,320 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year12,385
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA55 LRU 26k58k90k122k153k '08'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,320 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,313 miles
Since last MOT+11,028 miles
PASS
Mileage142,285 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,201 miles
Since last MOT+13,289 miles
PASS
Mileage128,912 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,901 miles
Since last MOT+15,278 miles
PASS
Mileage113,623 miles
Since last MOT+261 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,362 miles
Since last MOT+15,521 miles
PASS
Mileage97,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,841 miles
Since last MOT+11,916 miles
PASS
Mileage85,925 miles
Since last MOT+9,004 miles
PASS
Mileage76,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,921 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,600 miles
Since last MOT+12,771 miles
PASS
Mileage55,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,829 miles
Since last MOT+16,488 miles
PASS
Mileage39,341 miles
Since last MOT+13,273 miles
PASS
Mileage26,068 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

RegistrationSA55 LRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SA55 LRU

What car is SA55 LRU?

SA55 LRU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SA55 LRU?

The last recorded mileage for SA55 LRU was 153,320 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA55 LRU passed its MOT?

SA55 LRU has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2019.

Is SA55 LRU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA55 LRU 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 SA55 LRU?

SA55 LRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.