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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 28,954 miles on the clock, averaging 6,343 miles per year, 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 EX54 RYO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 28,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,199 |
| Average per year | 6,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | EX54 RYO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EX54 RYO
What car is EX54 RYO?
EX54 RYO is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EX54 RYO?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 RYO was 28,954 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 RYO passed its MOT?
EX54 RYO has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2008.
Is EX54 RYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 RYO 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 EX54 RYO?
EX54 RYO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.