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 1198cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 32,787 miles on the clock, averaging 3,499 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AK54 BKU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 32,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,493 |
| Average per year | 3,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK54 BKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AK54 BKU
What car is AK54 BKU?
AK54 BKU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AK54 BKU?
The last recorded mileage for AK54 BKU was 32,787 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK54 BKU passed its MOT?
AK54 BKU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jun 2012.
Is AK54 BKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK54 BKU 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 BKU?
AK54 BKU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.