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 79,519 miles on the clock, averaging 4,956 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 GV54 SWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,519 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,956 |
| 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 | GV54 SWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 SWU
What car is GV54 SWU?
GV54 SWU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 SWU?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 SWU was 79,519 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 SWU passed its MOT?
GV54 SWU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2019.
Is GV54 SWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 SWU 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 SWU?
GV54 SWU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.