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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 116,372 miles on the clock, averaging 3,900 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 CXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 116,372 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,900 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AP54 CXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AP54 CXU
What car is AP54 CXU?
AP54 CXU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AP54 CXU?
The last recorded mileage for AP54 CXU was 116,372 miles, recorded on 20 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP54 CXU passed its MOT?
AP54 CXU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2022.
Is AP54 CXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP54 CXU 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 CXU?
AP54 CXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.