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 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 107,459 miles on the clock, averaging 6,468 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 MK54 BMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,468 |
| 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 | MK54 BMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MK54 BMU
What car is MK54 BMU?
MK54 BMU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MK54 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for MK54 BMU was 107,459 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK54 BMU passed its MOT?
MK54 BMU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2021.
Is MK54 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK54 BMU 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 MK54 BMU?
MK54 BMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.