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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 104,010 miles on the clock, averaging 6,619 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 EU54 VAE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,010 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,523 |
| Average per year | 6,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EU54 VAE
What car is EU54 VAE?
EU54 VAE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EU54 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for EU54 VAE was 104,010 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU54 VAE passed its MOT?
EU54 VAE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jan 2019.
Is EU54 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU54 VAE 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 VAE?
EU54 VAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.