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 1400cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 129,160 miles on the clock, averaging 8,416 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OV54 HWE
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
About average| Latest reading | 129,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV54 HWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OV54 HWE
What car is OV54 HWE?
OV54 HWE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OV54 HWE?
The last recorded mileage for OV54 HWE was 129,160 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV54 HWE passed its MOT?
OV54 HWE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2019.
Is OV54 HWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV54 HWE 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 OV54 HWE?
OV54 HWE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.