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 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 125,693 miles on the clock, averaging 5,809 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 HD54 CAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,352 |
| Average per year | 5,809 |
| 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 | HD54 CAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About HD54 CAX
What car is HD54 CAX?
HD54 CAX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD54 CAX?
The last recorded mileage for HD54 CAX was 125,693 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD54 CAX passed its MOT?
HD54 CAX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2023.
Is HD54 CAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD54 CAX 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 HD54 CAX?
HD54 CAX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.