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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 15 (53% pass rate). It has 94,740 miles on the clock, averaging 4,805 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 WXY
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,740 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,805 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 WXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EF54 WXY
What car is EF54 WXY?
EF54 WXY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF54 WXY?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 WXY was 94,740 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 WXY passed its MOT?
EF54 WXY has had 32 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (17 passes, 15 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.
Is EF54 WXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 WXY 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 EF54 WXY?
EF54 WXY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.