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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 141,334 miles on the clock, averaging 9,836 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MW54 VRT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,334 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,224 |
| Average per year | 9,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MW54 VRT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MW54 VRT
What car is MW54 VRT?
MW54 VRT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MW54 VRT?
The last recorded mileage for MW54 VRT was 141,334 miles, recorded on 23 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW54 VRT passed its MOT?
MW54 VRT has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2018.
Is MW54 VRT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW54 VRT 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 MW54 VRT?
MW54 VRT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.