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AP54 CDF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 40,404 miles on the clock, averaging 1,540 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 AP54 CDF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
40,404
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
1,540

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 reading40,404 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,307
Average per year1,540
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP54 CDF 13k19k26k33k40k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage40,404 miles
Since last MOT+1,307 miles
PASS
Mileage39,097 miles
Since last MOT+866 miles
PASS
Mileage38,231 miles
Since last MOT+829 miles
PASS
Mileage37,402 miles
Since last MOT+1,098 miles
PASS
Mileage36,304 miles
Since last MOT+833 miles
PASS
Mileage35,471 miles
Since last MOT+646 miles
PASS
Mileage34,825 miles
Since last MOT+1,398 miles
PASS
Mileage33,427 miles
Since last MOT+1,218 miles
PASS
Mileage32,209 miles
Since last MOT+2,085 miles
PASS
Mileage30,124 miles
Since last MOT+1,994 miles
PASS
Mileage28,130 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,120 miles
Since last MOT+1,442 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,678 miles
Since last MOT+1,660 miles
PASS
Mileage25,018 miles
Since last MOT+1,664 miles
PASS
Mileage23,354 miles
Since last MOT+2,465 miles
PASS
Mileage20,889 miles
Since last MOT+2,383 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,506 miles
Since last MOT+1,740 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,766 miles
Since last MOT+2,128 miles
PASS
Mileage14,638 miles
Since last MOT+2,112 miles
PASS
Mileage12,526 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

RegistrationAP54 CDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About AP54 CDF

What car is AP54 CDF?

AP54 CDF is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AP54 CDF?

The last recorded mileage for AP54 CDF was 40,404 miles, recorded on 21 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP54 CDF passed its MOT?

AP54 CDF has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2026.

Is AP54 CDF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP54 CDF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP54 CDF?

AP54 CDF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.