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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 166,789 miles on the clock, averaging 8,365 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 KC54 BTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,092 |
| Average per year | 8,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | KC54 BTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About KC54 BTY
What car is KC54 BTY?
KC54 BTY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KC54 BTY?
The last recorded mileage for KC54 BTY was 166,789 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC54 BTY passed its MOT?
KC54 BTY has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is KC54 BTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC54 BTY 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 KC54 BTY?
KC54 BTY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.