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 Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 69,591 miles on the clock, averaging 3,901 miles per year, well 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 GF54 XLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GF54 XLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GF54 XLV
What car is GF54 XLV?
GF54 XLV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GF54 XLV?
The last recorded mileage for GF54 XLV was 69,591 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF54 XLV passed its MOT?
GF54 XLV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2019.
Is GF54 XLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF54 XLV 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 GF54 XLV?
GF54 XLV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.