Vehicle summary
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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 78,751 miles on the clock, averaging 6,211 miles per year, 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 AF54 SHJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,139 |
| Average per year | 6,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF54 SHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AF54 SHJ
What car is AF54 SHJ?
AF54 SHJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AF54 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for AF54 SHJ was 78,751 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF54 SHJ passed its MOT?
AF54 SHJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2016.
Is AF54 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF54 SHJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF54 SHJ?
AF54 SHJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.