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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 97,820 miles on the clock, averaging 4,667 miles per year, well 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 YPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 38 |
| Average per year | 4,667 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX54 YPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YPU
What car is EX54 YPU?
EX54 YPU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EX54 YPU?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 YPU was 97,820 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 YPU passed its MOT?
EX54 YPU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2023.
Is EX54 YPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 YPU 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 YPU?
EX54 YPU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.