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 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 123,960 miles on the clock, averaging 6,651 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 NJ54 TLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,960 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,651 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | NJ54 TLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NJ54 TLU
What car is NJ54 TLU?
NJ54 TLU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NJ54 TLU?
The last recorded mileage for NJ54 TLU was 123,960 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ54 TLU passed its MOT?
NJ54 TLU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2023.
Is NJ54 TLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ54 TLU 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 NJ54 TLU?
NJ54 TLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.