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AK54 BBX

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 76,624 miles on the clock, averaging 2,965 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 AK54 BBX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,624
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,965

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 reading76,624 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,125
Average per year2,965
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK54 BBX 23k36k50k63k77k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,624 miles
Since last MOT+2,125 miles
PASS
Mileage74,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,499 miles
Since last MOT+2,161 miles
PASS
Mileage72,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,338 miles
Since last MOT+2,220 miles
PASS
Mileage70,118 miles
Since last MOT+4,837 miles
PASS
Mileage65,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,825 miles
PASS
Mileage58,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,456 miles
Since last MOT+9,357 miles
PASS
Mileage49,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,099 miles
Since last MOT+2,600 miles
PASS
Mileage46,499 miles
Since last MOT+3,354 miles
PASS
Mileage43,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,145 miles
Since last MOT+4,545 miles
PASS
Mileage38,600 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,550 miles
Since last MOT+1,930 miles
PASS
Mileage36,620 miles
Since last MOT+1,415 miles
PASS
Mileage35,205 miles
Since last MOT+1,541 miles
PASS
Mileage33,664 miles
Since last MOT+1,452 miles
PASS
Mileage32,212 miles
Since last MOT+1,437 miles
PASS
Mileage30,775 miles
Since last MOT+1,672 miles
PASS
Mileage29,103 miles
Since last MOT+2,387 miles
PASS
Mileage26,716 miles
Since last MOT+3,976 miles
PASS
Mileage22,740 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

RegistrationAK54 BBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About AK54 BBX

What car is AK54 BBX?

AK54 BBX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AK54 BBX?

The last recorded mileage for AK54 BBX was 76,624 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK54 BBX passed its MOT?

AK54 BBX has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.

Is AK54 BBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK54 BBX 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 AK54 BBX?

AK54 BBX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.