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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 118,657 miles on the clock, averaging 6,774 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 AO54 VNC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | AO54 VNC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AO54 VNC
What car is AO54 VNC?
AO54 VNC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AO54 VNC?
The last recorded mileage for AO54 VNC was 118,657 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO54 VNC passed its MOT?
AO54 VNC has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2023.
Is AO54 VNC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO54 VNC 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 AO54 VNC?
AO54 VNC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.