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KS54 SWX

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 137,089 miles on the clock, averaging 8,038 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 KS54 SWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,089
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,038

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,089 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,467
Average per year8,038
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS54 SWX 35k61k86k112k137k '08'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,089 miles
Since last MOT+18,467 miles
PASS
Mileage118,622 miles
Since last MOT+18,119 miles
PASS
Mileage100,503 miles
Since last MOT+20,810 miles
PASS
Mileage79,693 miles
Since last MOT+22,178 miles
PASS
Mileage57,515 miles
Since last MOT+1,495 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,020 miles
Since last MOT+1,664 miles
PASS
Mileage54,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,356 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage50,453 miles
Since last MOT+2,883 miles
PASS
Mileage47,570 miles
Since last MOT+3,444 miles
PASS
Mileage44,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,564 miles
PASS
Mileage39,562 miles
Since last MOT+4,204 miles
PASS
Mileage35,358 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,350 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 SWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About KS54 SWX

What car is KS54 SWX?

KS54 SWX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KS54 SWX?

The last recorded mileage for KS54 SWX was 137,089 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS54 SWX passed its MOT?

KS54 SWX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2020.

Is KS54 SWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS54 SWX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KS54 SWX?

KS54 SWX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.