Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GV54 HFT

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 130,471 miles on the clock, averaging 7,839 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 GV54 HFT

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,839

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading130,471 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,839
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV54 HFT 36k59k83k107k130k '07'19'14

Check GV54 HFT

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,471 miles
Since last MOT+8,617 miles
PASS
Mileage121,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,854 miles
Since last MOT+12,271 miles
PASS
Mileage109,583 miles
Since last MOT+16,274 miles
PASS
Mileage93,309 miles
Since last MOT+9,136 miles
PASS
Mileage84,173 miles
Since last MOT+5,847 miles
PASS
Mileage78,326 miles
Since last MOT+1,140 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,186 miles
PASS
Mileage78,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,269 miles
Since last MOT+12,433 miles
PASS
Mileage65,836 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,785 miles
Since last MOT+8,510 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,275 miles
Since last MOT+8,823 miles
PASS
Mileage48,452 miles
Since last MOT+12,721 miles
PASS
Mileage35,731 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 HFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

More GV54 H plates

Browse all GV54 H registrations from Brighton.

About GV54 HFT

What car is GV54 HFT?

GV54 HFT is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GV54 HFT?

The last recorded mileage for GV54 HFT was 130,471 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV54 HFT passed its MOT?

GV54 HFT has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2019.

Is GV54 HFT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 HFT 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 GV54 HFT?

GV54 HFT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.