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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 87,969 miles on the clock, averaging 4,529 miles per year, well 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 BG54 BYX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,529 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BG54 BYX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 BYX
What car is BG54 BYX?
BG54 BYX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 BYX?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 BYX was 87,969 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 BYX passed its MOT?
BG54 BYX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2017.
Is BG54 BYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 BYX 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 BYX?
BG54 BYX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.