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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 115,817 miles on the clock, averaging 5,718 miles per year, below 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 YBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,779 |
| Average per year | 5,718 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 YBL |
| 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 YBL
What car is MA54 YBL?
MA54 YBL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 YBL?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 YBL was 115,817 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 YBL passed its MOT?
MA54 YBL has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2022.
Is MA54 YBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 YBL 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 YBL?
MA54 YBL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.