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BG54 PFX

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 56,832 miles on the clock, averaging 2,404 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 PFX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
56,832
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
2,404

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading56,832 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year2,404
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BG54 PFX 12k23k34k46k57k '07'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,832 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,831 miles
Since last MOT+1,374 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,175 miles
PASS
Mileage54,282 miles
Since last MOT+5,611 miles
PASS
Mileage48,671 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,656 miles
Since last MOT+514 miles
PASS
Mileage48,142 miles
Since last MOT+279 miles
PASS
Mileage47,863 miles
Since last MOT+2,612 miles
PASS
Mileage45,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,184 miles
PASS
Mileage41,067 miles
Since last MOT+3,553 miles
PASS
Mileage37,514 miles
Since last MOT+3,209 miles
PASS
Mileage34,305 miles
Since last MOT+1,212 miles
PASS
Mileage33,093 miles
Since last MOT+383 miles
PASS
Mileage32,710 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,710 miles
Since last MOT+299 miles
PASS
Mileage32,411 miles
Since last MOT+828 miles
PASS
Mileage31,583 miles
Since last MOT+806 miles
PASS
Mileage30,777 miles
Since last MOT+1,959 miles
PASS
Mileage28,818 miles
Since last MOT+3,254 miles
PASS
Mileage25,564 miles
Since last MOT+3,268 miles
PASS
Mileage22,296 miles
Since last MOT+3,065 miles
PASS
Mileage19,231 miles
Since last MOT+3,623 miles
PASS
Mileage15,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,652 miles
PASS
Mileage11,956 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 PFX
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 PFX

What car is BG54 PFX?

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

What is the mileage of BG54 PFX?

The last recorded mileage for BG54 PFX was 56,832 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG54 PFX passed its MOT?

BG54 PFX has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.

Is BG54 PFX ULEZ compliant?

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

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