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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 122,420 miles on the clock, averaging 7,538 miles per year, around 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 CU54 MTZ
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
About average| Latest reading | 122,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 105 |
| Average per year | 7,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CU54 MTZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About CU54 MTZ
What car is CU54 MTZ?
CU54 MTZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU54 MTZ?
The last recorded mileage for CU54 MTZ was 122,420 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU54 MTZ passed its MOT?
CU54 MTZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2019.
Is CU54 MTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU54 MTZ 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 CU54 MTZ?
CU54 MTZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.