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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 167,730 miles on the clock, averaging 7,779 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 GY54 OWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,950 |
| Average per year | 7,779 |
| 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 | GY54 OWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 OWJ
What car is GY54 OWJ?
GY54 OWJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GY54 OWJ?
The last recorded mileage for GY54 OWJ was 167,730 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY54 OWJ passed its MOT?
GY54 OWJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2021.
Is GY54 OWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY54 OWJ 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 GY54 OWJ?
GY54 OWJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.