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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 158,767 miles on the clock, averaging 13,788 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 GL54 HGU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,958 |
| Average per year | 13,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GL54 HGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 HGU
What car is GL54 HGU?
GL54 HGU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL54 HGU?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 HGU was 158,767 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 HGU passed its MOT?
GL54 HGU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jun 2016.
Is GL54 HGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 HGU 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 GL54 HGU?
GL54 HGU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.