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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 193,955 miles on the clock, averaging 8,948 miles per year, around 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 EU54 BKV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 193,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EU54 BKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EU54 BKV
What car is EU54 BKV?
EU54 BKV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EU54 BKV?
The last recorded mileage for EU54 BKV was 193,955 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU54 BKV passed its MOT?
EU54 BKV has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2021.
Is EU54 BKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU54 BKV 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 EU54 BKV?
EU54 BKV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.