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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 14 (58% pass rate). It has 156,656 miles on the clock, averaging 6,633 miles per year, 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 GV54 SWO
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
Below average| Latest reading | 156,656 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,633 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 | GV54 SWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GV54 SWO
What car is GV54 SWO?
GV54 SWO is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 SWO?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 SWO was 156,656 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 SWO passed its MOT?
GV54 SWO has had 33 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (19 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is GV54 SWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 SWO 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 GV54 SWO?
GV54 SWO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.