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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 100,229 miles on the clock, averaging 6,890 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 XBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 177 |
| Average per year | 6,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 XBU |
| 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 XBU
What car is BG54 XBU?
BG54 XBU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 XBU was 100,229 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 XBU passed its MOT?
BG54 XBU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2017.
Is BG54 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 XBU 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 XBU?
BG54 XBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.