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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 40,742 miles on the clock, averaging 3,862 miles per year, well 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 JAO
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,742 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,862 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 JAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NC54 JAO
What car is NC54 JAO?
NC54 JAO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC54 JAO?
The last recorded mileage for NC54 JAO was 40,742 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC54 JAO passed its MOT?
NC54 JAO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2015.
Is NC54 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC54 JAO 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 NC54 JAO?
NC54 JAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.