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LB54 GAU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 139,015 miles on the clock, averaging 9,544 miles per year, above 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 LB54 GAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,015
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,544

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,015 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,988
Average per year9,544
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB54 GAU 31k58k85k112k139k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,015 miles
Since last MOT+4,988 miles
PASS
Mileage134,027 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,024 miles
Since last MOT+12,791 miles
PASS
Mileage121,233 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,231 miles
Since last MOT+11,956 miles
PASS
Mileage109,275 miles
Since last MOT+501 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,774 miles
Since last MOT+5,870 miles
PASS
Mileage102,904 miles
Since last MOT+4,422 miles
PASS
Mileage98,482 miles
Since last MOT+10,222 miles
PASS
Mileage88,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,147 miles
PASS
Mileage84,113 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,025 miles
Since last MOT+10,631 miles
PASS
Mileage73,394 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,384 miles
Since last MOT+12,948 miles
PASS
Mileage60,436 miles
Since last MOT+174 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,262 miles
Since last MOT+13,586 miles
PASS
Mileage46,676 miles
Since last MOT+15,602 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,074 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

RegistrationLB54 GAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LB54 GAU

What car is LB54 GAU?

LB54 GAU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LB54 GAU?

The last recorded mileage for LB54 GAU was 139,015 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB54 GAU passed its MOT?

LB54 GAU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2019.

Is LB54 GAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB54 GAU 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 LB54 GAU?

LB54 GAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.