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LT54 URB

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 89,760 miles on the clock, averaging 4,402 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 LT54 URB

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,760
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,402

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,760 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,175
Average per year4,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT54 URB 18k36k54k72k90k '07'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage89,760 miles
Since last MOT+2,175 miles
PASS
Mileage87,585 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,585 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage84,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,634 miles
Since last MOT+1,687 miles
PASS
Mileage82,947 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,947 miles
Since last MOT+5,347 miles
PASS
Mileage77,600 miles
Since last MOT+6,876 miles
PASS
Mileage70,724 miles
Since last MOT+6,788 miles
PASS
Mileage63,936 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,936 miles
Since last MOT+734 miles
PASS
Mileage63,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,202 miles
Since last MOT+10,789 miles
PASS
Mileage52,413 miles
Since last MOT+476 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,937 miles
Since last MOT+8,304 miles
PASS
Mileage43,633 miles
Since last MOT+140 miles
PASS
Mileage43,493 miles
Since last MOT+7,989 miles
PASS
Mileage35,504 miles
Since last MOT+3,501 miles
PASS
Mileage32,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,458 miles
PASS
Mileage28,545 miles
Since last MOT+3,336 miles
PASS
Mileage25,209 miles
Since last MOT+3,389 miles
PASS
Mileage21,820 miles
Since last MOT+3,941 miles
PASS
Mileage17,879 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

RegistrationLT54 URB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LT54 URB

What car is LT54 URB?

LT54 URB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.

What is the mileage of LT54 URB?

The last recorded mileage for LT54 URB was 89,760 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT54 URB passed its MOT?

LT54 URB has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 20 Dec 2023.

Is LT54 URB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT54 URB 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 LT54 URB?

LT54 URB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.