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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 156,091 miles on the clock, averaging 8,163 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FM54 LHD
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
About average| Latest reading | 156,091 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,711 |
| Average per year | 8,163 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | FM54 LHD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FM54 LHD
What car is FM54 LHD?
FM54 LHD is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM54 LHD?
The last recorded mileage for FM54 LHD was 156,091 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM54 LHD passed its MOT?
FM54 LHD has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2024.
Is FM54 LHD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM54 LHD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM54 LHD?
FM54 LHD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.