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LR54 GME

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 71,882 miles on the clock, averaging 4,586 miles per year, well 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 LR54 GME

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,882
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,586

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,882 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,453
Average per year4,586
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR54 GME 19k32k45k59k72k '08'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,882 miles
Since last MOT+5,453 miles
PASS
Mileage66,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,429 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,426 miles
Since last MOT+3,753 miles
PASS
Mileage62,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,673 miles
Since last MOT+2,399 miles
PASS
Mileage60,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,274 miles
Since last MOT+2,777 miles
PASS
Mileage57,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,497 miles
Since last MOT+3,036 miles
PASS
Mileage54,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,461 miles
Since last MOT+4,447 miles
PASS
Mileage50,014 miles
Since last MOT+14,803 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,211 miles
Since last MOT+4,809 miles
PASS
Mileage30,402 miles
Since last MOT+3,613 miles
PASS
Mileage26,789 miles
Since last MOT+3,040 miles
PASS
Mileage23,749 miles
Since last MOT+5,017 miles
PASS
Mileage18,732 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,731 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

RegistrationLR54 GME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LR54 GME

What car is LR54 GME?

LR54 GME is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.

What is the mileage of LR54 GME?

The last recorded mileage for LR54 GME was 71,882 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR54 GME passed its MOT?

LR54 GME has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2019.

Is LR54 GME ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR54 GME 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 LR54 GME?

LR54 GME is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.