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BG54 BYU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 70,078 miles on the clock, averaging 4,490 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 BG54 BYU

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,078
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,490

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,078 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,944
Average per year4,490
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BG54 BYU 11k25k40k55k70k '07'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,078 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage65,134 miles
Since last MOT+1,462 miles
PASS
Mileage63,672 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,672 miles
Since last MOT+4,886 miles
PASS
Mileage58,786 miles
Since last MOT+6,823 miles
PASS
Mileage51,963 miles
Since last MOT+12,498 miles
PASS
Mileage39,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,465 miles
Since last MOT+9,307 miles
PASS
Mileage30,158 miles
Since last MOT+2,277 miles
PASS
Mileage27,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,881 miles
Since last MOT+3,039 miles
PASS
Mileage24,842 miles
Since last MOT+3,241 miles
PASS
Mileage21,601 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage18,533 miles
Since last MOT+2,272 miles
PASS
Mileage16,261 miles
Since last MOT+2,568 miles
PASS
Mileage13,693 miles
Since last MOT+3,181 miles
FAIL
Mileage10,512 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

RegistrationBG54 BYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About BG54 BYU

What car is BG54 BYU?

BG54 BYU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BG54 BYU?

The last recorded mileage for BG54 BYU was 70,078 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG54 BYU passed its MOT?

BG54 BYU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2021.

Is BG54 BYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 BYU 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 BG54 BYU?

BG54 BYU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.