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 Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 146,449 miles on the clock, averaging 6,972 miles per year, 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 AY54 LCJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 70 |
| Average per year | 6,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | AY54 LCJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AY54 LCJ
What car is AY54 LCJ?
AY54 LCJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AY54 LCJ?
The last recorded mileage for AY54 LCJ was 146,449 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY54 LCJ passed its MOT?
AY54 LCJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.
Is AY54 LCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY54 LCJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AY54 LCJ?
AY54 LCJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.