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AJ54 NCV

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 98,097 miles on the clock, averaging 4,072 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 NCV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,097
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,072

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,097 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,072
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ54 NCV 25k43k61k80k98k '07'25'16

Check AJ54 NCV

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,097 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,097 miles
Since last MOT+642 miles
PASS
Mileage97,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,455 miles
Since last MOT+7,939 miles
PASS
Mileage89,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,318 miles
PASS
Mileage87,198 miles
Since last MOT+2,932 miles
PASS
Mileage84,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,266 miles
Since last MOT+3,395 miles
PASS
Mileage80,871 miles
Since last MOT+3,036 miles
PASS
Mileage77,835 miles
Since last MOT+3,906 miles
PASS
Mileage73,929 miles
Since last MOT+5,667 miles
PASS
Mileage68,262 miles
Since last MOT+4,810 miles
PASS
Mileage63,452 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,576 miles
PASS
Mileage56,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,874 miles
Since last MOT+1,010 miles
PASS
Mileage55,864 miles
Since last MOT+1,683 miles
PASS
Mileage54,181 miles
Since last MOT+1,776 miles
PASS
Mileage52,405 miles
Since last MOT+2,698 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,620 miles
PASS
Mileage44,087 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,011 miles
Since last MOT+5,567 miles
PASS
Mileage38,444 miles
Since last MOT+8,166 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,278 miles
Since last MOT+5,694 miles
PASS
Mileage24,584 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

RegistrationAJ54 NCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About AJ54 NCV

What car is AJ54 NCV?

AJ54 NCV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AJ54 NCV?

The last recorded mileage for AJ54 NCV was 98,097 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ54 NCV passed its MOT?

AJ54 NCV has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.

Is AJ54 NCV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ54 NCV 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 NCV?

AJ54 NCV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.