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PX54 XZE

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 77,476 miles on the clock, averaging 6,431 miles per year, below 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 PX54 XZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,476
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,431

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading77,476 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,431
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX54 XZE 17k32k47k62k77k '07'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,476 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,471 miles
Since last MOT+14,365 miles
PASS
Mileage63,106 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,105 miles
Since last MOT+2,370 miles
PASS
Mileage60,735 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage54,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,772 miles
Since last MOT+5,258 miles
PASS
Mileage49,514 miles
Since last MOT+6,856 miles
PASS
Mileage42,658 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,656 miles
Since last MOT+5,905 miles
PASS
Mileage36,751 miles
Since last MOT+5,106 miles
PASS
Mileage31,645 miles
Since last MOT+7,647 miles
PASS
Mileage23,998 miles
Since last MOT+7,040 miles
PASS
Mileage16,958 miles

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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

RegistrationPX54 XZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PX54 XZE

What car is PX54 XZE?

PX54 XZE is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.

What is the mileage of PX54 XZE?

The last recorded mileage for PX54 XZE was 77,476 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX54 XZE passed its MOT?

PX54 XZE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2017.

Is PX54 XZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX54 XZE 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 PX54 XZE?

PX54 XZE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.