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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 139,470 miles on the clock, averaging 5,585 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 OU54 UED
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
Below average| Latest reading | 139,470 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 5,585 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | OU54 UED |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OU54 UED
What car is OU54 UED?
OU54 UED is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OU54 UED?
The last recorded mileage for OU54 UED was 139,470 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU54 UED passed its MOT?
OU54 UED has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is OU54 UED ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU54 UED 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 OU54 UED?
OU54 UED is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.