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MH54 KXU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 109,055 miles on the clock, averaging 5,360 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 MH54 KXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,055
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2013
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
5,360

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

Below average
Latest reading109,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year110
Average per year5,360
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MH54 KXU 52k66k80k95k109k '13'23'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,055 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,945 miles
Since last MOT+3,635 miles
PASS
Mileage105,310 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,306 miles
Since last MOT+3,271 miles
PASS
Mileage102,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,035 miles
Since last MOT+4,329 miles
PASS
Mileage97,706 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,705 miles
Since last MOT+4,398 miles
PASS
Mileage93,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,307 miles
Since last MOT+4,102 miles
PASS
Mileage89,205 miles
Since last MOT+3,770 miles
PASS
Mileage85,435 miles
Since last MOT+9,116 miles
PASS
Mileage76,319 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,319 miles
Since last MOT+11,645 miles
PASS
Mileage64,674 miles
Since last MOT+671 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage57,535 miles
Since last MOT+5,607 miles
PASS
Mileage51,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,928 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

RegistrationMH54 KXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About MH54 KXU

What car is MH54 KXU?

MH54 KXU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MH54 KXU?

The last recorded mileage for MH54 KXU was 109,055 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH54 KXU passed its MOT?

MH54 KXU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2023.

Is MH54 KXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH54 KXU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MH54 KXU?

MH54 KXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.