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 Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 167,661 miles on the clock, averaging 10,732 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FA54 NBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,661 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,606 |
| Average per year | 10,732 |
| 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 | FA54 NBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FA54 NBD
What car is FA54 NBD?
FA54 NBD is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FA54 NBD?
The last recorded mileage for FA54 NBD was 167,661 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA54 NBD passed its MOT?
FA54 NBD has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2022.
Is FA54 NBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA54 NBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FA54 NBD?
FA54 NBD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.