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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 134,115 miles on the clock, averaging 5,767 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 BG54 DVR
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
Below average| Latest reading | 134,115 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,358 |
| Average per year | 5,767 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 DVR |
| 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 DVR
What car is BG54 DVR?
BG54 DVR is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 DVR?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 DVR was 134,115 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 DVR passed its MOT?
BG54 DVR has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2025.
Is BG54 DVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 DVR 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 DVR?
BG54 DVR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.