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YC05 LTY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 91,997 miles on the clock, averaging 4,332 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 YC05 LTY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,997
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
4,332

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 reading91,997 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,012
Average per year4,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC05 LTY 15k34k53k73k92k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,997 miles
Since last MOT+3,012 miles
PASS
Mileage88,985 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage86,639 miles
Since last MOT+1,667 miles
PASS
Mileage84,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,972 miles
Since last MOT+1,201 miles
PASS
Mileage83,771 miles
Since last MOT+2,658 miles
PASS
Mileage81,113 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage78,289 miles
Since last MOT+5,389 miles
PASS
Mileage72,900 miles
Since last MOT+6,002 miles
PASS
Mileage66,898 miles
Since last MOT+5,852 miles
PASS
Mileage61,046 miles
Since last MOT+5,720 miles
PASS
Mileage55,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,956 miles
PASS
Mileage48,370 miles
Since last MOT+5,478 miles
PASS
Mileage42,892 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,882 miles
Since last MOT+5,335 miles
PASS
Mileage37,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,877 miles
PASS
Mileage32,670 miles
Since last MOT+5,393 miles
PASS
Mileage27,277 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,276 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage22,775 miles
Since last MOT+3,231 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,544 miles
Since last MOT+4,869 miles
PASS
Mileage14,675 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

RegistrationYC05 LTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About YC05 LTY

What car is YC05 LTY?

YC05 LTY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.

What is the mileage of YC05 LTY?

The last recorded mileage for YC05 LTY was 91,997 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC05 LTY passed its MOT?

YC05 LTY has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.

Is YC05 LTY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC05 LTY 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 YC05 LTY?

YC05 LTY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.