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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 134,393 miles on the clock, averaging 10,803 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 FP54 ALU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,803 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FP54 ALU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FP54 ALU
What car is FP54 ALU?
FP54 ALU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FP54 ALU?
The last recorded mileage for FP54 ALU was 134,393 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP54 ALU passed its MOT?
FP54 ALU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2016.
Is FP54 ALU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP54 ALU 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 FP54 ALU?
FP54 ALU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.