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VE55 LBF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 109,250 miles on the clock, averaging 3,938 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 VE55 LBF

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,250
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,938

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading109,250 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,349
Average per year3,938
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE55 LBF 47k63k78k94k109k '08'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage109,250 miles
Since last MOT+6,349 miles
PASS
Mileage102,901 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,896 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage97,158 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,156 miles
Since last MOT+6,842 miles
PASS
Mileage90,314 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,314 miles
Since last MOT+3,146 miles
PASS
Mileage87,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,168 miles
Since last MOT+1,382 miles
PASS
Mileage85,786 miles
Since last MOT+1,590 miles
PASS
Mileage84,196 miles
Since last MOT+1,432 miles
PASS
Mileage82,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,764 miles
Since last MOT+2,745 miles
PASS
Mileage80,019 miles
Since last MOT+3,692 miles
PASS
Mileage76,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,327 miles
Since last MOT+3,356 miles
PASS
Mileage72,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,971 miles
Since last MOT+3,819 miles
PASS
Mileage69,152 miles
Since last MOT+1,922 miles
PASS
Mileage67,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,494 miles
PASS
Mileage61,736 miles
Since last MOT+14,358 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,378 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

RegistrationVE55 LBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About VE55 LBF

What car is VE55 LBF?

VE55 LBF is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.

What is the mileage of VE55 LBF?

The last recorded mileage for VE55 LBF was 109,250 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE55 LBF passed its MOT?

VE55 LBF has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2024.

Is VE55 LBF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 LBF 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 VE55 LBF?

VE55 LBF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.