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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 169,041 miles on the clock, averaging 8,561 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DS54 CDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 169,041 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,561 |
| 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 | DS54 CDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DS54 CDF
What car is DS54 CDF?
DS54 CDF is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS54 CDF?
The last recorded mileage for DS54 CDF was 169,041 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS54 CDF passed its MOT?
DS54 CDF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2019.
Is DS54 CDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS54 CDF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS54 CDF?
DS54 CDF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.