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LR54 XHU

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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 116,972 miles on the clock, averaging 7,367 miles per year, 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 XHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,367

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,972 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,367
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR54 XHU 22k46k69k93k117k '07'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,972 miles
Since last MOT+6,757 miles
PASS
Mileage110,215 miles
Since last MOT+22,825 miles
PASS
Mileage87,390 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,388 miles
Since last MOT+21,882 miles
PASS
Mileage65,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,506 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage57,224 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,224 miles
Since last MOT+6,314 miles
PASS
Mileage50,910 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,718 miles
Since last MOT+2,177 miles
PASS
Mileage43,541 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,172 miles
PASS
Mileage38,368 miles
Since last MOT+4,625 miles
PASS
Mileage33,743 miles
Since last MOT+3,895 miles
PASS
Mileage29,848 miles
Since last MOT+6,332 miles
PASS
Mileage23,516 miles
Since last MOT+389 miles
PASS
Mileage23,127 miles
Since last MOT+1,323 miles
PASS
Mileage21,804 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 XHU
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 XHU

What car is LR54 XHU?

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

What is the mileage of LR54 XHU?

The last recorded mileage for LR54 XHU was 116,972 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR54 XHU passed its MOT?

LR54 XHU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2020.

Is LR54 XHU ULEZ compliant?

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

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