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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 166,497 miles on the clock, averaging 11,998 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HT54 DWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | HT54 DWM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HT — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About HT54 DWM
What car is HT54 DWM?
HT54 DWM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HT54 DWM?
The last recorded mileage for HT54 DWM was 166,497 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HT54 DWM passed its MOT?
HT54 DWM has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2017.
Is HT54 DWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HT54 DWM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HT54 DWM?
HT54 DWM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.