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 Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 79,196 miles on the clock, averaging 4,441 miles per year, well 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 EF54 GYG
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,196 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,231 |
| Average per year | 4,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EF54 GYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EF54 GYG
What car is EF54 GYG?
EF54 GYG is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF54 GYG?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 GYG was 79,196 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 GYG passed its MOT?
EF54 GYG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2020.
Is EF54 GYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 GYG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF54 GYG?
EF54 GYG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.