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 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 148,216 miles on the clock, averaging 8,437 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 MK54 VZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 8,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MK54 VZE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VZE
What car is MK54 VZE?
MK54 VZE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MK54 VZE?
The last recorded mileage for MK54 VZE was 148,216 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK54 VZE passed its MOT?
MK54 VZE has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2020.
Is MK54 VZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK54 VZE 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 VZE?
MK54 VZE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.