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2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · LM54 TFY

LM54 TFY

2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 21 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 101,197 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
101,197 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2005
Engine
1422cc
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LM54 TFY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
  • 101,197 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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LM54 TFY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (LM54 TFY) between January 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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LM54 TFY Mileage History

  1. 17/01/202489,500 mi
  2. 14/11/202495,280 mi+5,780 mi
  3. 15/11/202495,280 mi
  4. 15/12/2025101,195 mi+5,915 mi
  5. 31/03/2026101,197 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 5,312 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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