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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 116,948 miles on the clock, averaging 5,423 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 NC54 BDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,948 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,636 |
| Average per year | 5,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | NC54 BDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NC54 BDU
What car is NC54 BDU?
NC54 BDU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NC54 BDU?
The last recorded mileage for NC54 BDU was 116,948 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC54 BDU passed its MOT?
NC54 BDU has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is NC54 BDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC54 BDU 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 NC54 BDU?
NC54 BDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.