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HJ54 YMM

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 103,755 miles on the clock, averaging 7,147 miles per year, below 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 HJ54 YMM

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,755
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,147

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,755 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year7,147
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ54 YMM 27k46k65k85k104k '07'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,755 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,429 miles
PASS
Mileage98,311 miles
Since last MOT+3,751 miles
PASS
Mileage94,560 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,234 miles
PASS
Mileage86,227 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,227 miles
Since last MOT+9,009 miles
PASS
Mileage77,218 miles
Since last MOT+894 miles
PASS
Mileage76,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,324 miles
Since last MOT+6,055 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,269 miles
Since last MOT+6,202 miles
PASS
Mileage64,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,067 miles
Since last MOT+8,061 miles
PASS
Mileage56,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,006 miles
Since last MOT+8,962 miles
PASS
Mileage47,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,044 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
PASS
Mileage39,821 miles
Since last MOT+13,042 miles
PASS
Mileage26,779 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,779 miles

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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

RegistrationHJ54 YMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About HJ54 YMM

What car is HJ54 YMM?

HJ54 YMM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.

What is the mileage of HJ54 YMM?

The last recorded mileage for HJ54 YMM was 103,755 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ54 YMM passed its MOT?

HJ54 YMM has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2018.

Is HJ54 YMM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ54 YMM 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 HJ54 YMM?

HJ54 YMM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.