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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 117,529 miles on the clock, averaging 6,757 miles per year, below 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 EO54 GRU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,529 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,757 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EO54 GRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EO54 GRU
What car is EO54 GRU?
EO54 GRU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EO54 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for EO54 GRU was 117,529 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO54 GRU passed its MOT?
EO54 GRU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2020.
Is EO54 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO54 GRU 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 EO54 GRU?
EO54 GRU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.