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FH54 SWV

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 116,688 miles on the clock, averaging 6,787 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 FH54 SWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,787

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,555
Average per year6,787
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH54 SWV 20k44k68k93k117k '07'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,688 miles
Since last MOT+11,555 miles
PASS
Mileage105,133 miles
Since last MOT+6,283 miles
PASS
Mileage98,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,850 miles
Since last MOT+14,990 miles
PASS
Mileage83,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,860 miles
Since last MOT+10,287 miles
PASS
Mileage73,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,573 miles
Since last MOT+2,921 miles
PASS
Mileage70,652 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,652 miles
Since last MOT+3,414 miles
PASS
Mileage67,238 miles
Since last MOT+4,066 miles
PASS
Mileage63,172 miles
Since last MOT+8,008 miles
PASS
Mileage55,164 miles
Since last MOT+9,878 miles
PASS
Mileage45,286 miles
Since last MOT+4,977 miles
PASS
Mileage40,309 miles
Since last MOT+5,421 miles
PASS
Mileage34,888 miles
Since last MOT+6,979 miles
PASS
Mileage27,909 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage20,308 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 SWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About FH54 SWV

What car is FH54 SWV?

FH54 SWV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FH54 SWV?

The last recorded mileage for FH54 SWV was 116,688 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH54 SWV passed its MOT?

FH54 SWV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2022.

Is FH54 SWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH54 SWV 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 FH54 SWV?

FH54 SWV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.