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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 108,452 miles on the clock, averaging 4,387 miles per year, well 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 ET54 ESV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,093 |
| Average per year | 4,387 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | ET54 ESV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About ET54 ESV
What car is ET54 ESV?
ET54 ESV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of ET54 ESV?
The last recorded mileage for ET54 ESV was 108,452 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET54 ESV passed its MOT?
ET54 ESV has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 7 Feb 2024.
Is ET54 ESV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET54 ESV 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 ET54 ESV?
ET54 ESV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.