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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 115,536 miles on the clock, averaging 6,939 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 PY54 CYW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,533 |
| Average per year | 6,939 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | PY54 CYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PY54 CYW
What car is PY54 CYW?
PY54 CYW is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.
What is the mileage of PY54 CYW?
The last recorded mileage for PY54 CYW was 115,536 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY54 CYW passed its MOT?
PY54 CYW has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2021.
Is PY54 CYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 CYW 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 PY54 CYW?
PY54 CYW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.