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FG54 FRU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 70,398 miles on the clock, averaging 3,621 miles per year, well 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 FG54 FRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
3,621

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,398 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,621
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG54 FRU 9k24k40k55k70k '07'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,398 miles
Since last MOT+4,760 miles
PASS
Mileage65,638 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,637 miles
Since last MOT+2,769 miles
PASS
Mileage62,868 miles
Since last MOT+3,011 miles
PASS
Mileage59,857 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,856 miles
Since last MOT+2,919 miles
PASS
Mileage56,937 miles
Since last MOT+1,185 miles
PASS
Mileage55,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,752 miles
Since last MOT+4,191 miles
PASS
Mileage51,561 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,556 miles
Since last MOT+6,000 miles
PASS
Mileage45,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,556 miles
Since last MOT+8,596 miles
PASS
Mileage36,960 miles
Since last MOT+9,402 miles
PASS
Mileage27,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,558 miles
Since last MOT+1,572 miles
PASS
Mileage25,986 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,984 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage23,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,395 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,380 miles
Since last MOT+2,164 miles
PASS
Mileage21,216 miles
Since last MOT+1,963 miles
PASS
Mileage19,253 miles
Since last MOT+2,304 miles
PASS
Mileage16,949 miles
Since last MOT+2,691 miles
PASS
Mileage14,258 miles
Since last MOT+2,868 miles
PASS
Mileage11,390 miles
Since last MOT+2,229 miles
PASS
Mileage9,161 miles

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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

RegistrationFG54 FRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About FG54 FRU

What car is FG54 FRU?

FG54 FRU is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FG54 FRU?

The last recorded mileage for FG54 FRU was 70,398 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG54 FRU passed its MOT?

FG54 FRU has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2024.

Is FG54 FRU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG54 FRU 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 FG54 FRU?

FG54 FRU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.