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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 137,738 miles on the clock, averaging 7,585 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GY54 EHJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,763 |
| Average per year | 7,585 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY54 EHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GY54 EHJ
What car is GY54 EHJ?
GY54 EHJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GY54 EHJ?
The last recorded mileage for GY54 EHJ was 137,738 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY54 EHJ passed its MOT?
GY54 EHJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.
Is GY54 EHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY54 EHJ 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 GY54 EHJ?
GY54 EHJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.