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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 150,318 miles on the clock, averaging 8,431 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 GU54 WVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,318 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,147 |
| Average per year | 8,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GU54 WVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GU54 WVM
What car is GU54 WVM?
GU54 WVM is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GU54 WVM?
The last recorded mileage for GU54 WVM was 150,318 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU54 WVM passed its MOT?
GU54 WVM has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 4 Oct 2021.
Is GU54 WVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU54 WVM 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 GU54 WVM?
GU54 WVM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.