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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 88,228 miles on the clock, averaging 4,766 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 AJ54 LGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,228 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,766 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AJ54 LGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AJ54 LGW
What car is AJ54 LGW?
AJ54 LGW is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AJ54 LGW?
The last recorded mileage for AJ54 LGW was 88,228 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ54 LGW passed its MOT?
AJ54 LGW has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2022.
Is AJ54 LGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ54 LGW 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 AJ54 LGW?
AJ54 LGW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.