Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 141,736 miles on the clock, averaging 7,597 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 MA54 LXB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,404 |
| Average per year | 7,597 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MA54 LXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MA54 LXB
What car is MA54 LXB?
MA54 LXB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 LXB?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 LXB was 141,736 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 LXB passed its MOT?
MA54 LXB has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2023.
Is MA54 LXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 LXB 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 MA54 LXB?
MA54 LXB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.