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PY54 FAM

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 102,081 miles on the clock, averaging 5,360 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 FAM

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,360

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 reading102,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year447
Average per year5,360
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY54 FAM 14k36k58k80k102k '07'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,081 miles
Since last MOT+447 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,634 miles
Since last MOT+7,745 miles
PASS
Mileage93,889 miles
Since last MOT+2,629 miles
PASS
Mileage91,260 miles
Since last MOT+1,836 miles
PASS
Mileage89,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,424 miles
Since last MOT+1,243 miles
PASS
Mileage88,181 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,187 miles
Since last MOT+1,999 miles
PASS
Mileage86,188 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,186 miles
Since last MOT+3,174 miles
PASS
Mileage83,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,386 miles
PASS
Mileage80,626 miles
Since last MOT+3,190 miles
PASS
Mileage77,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,436 miles
Since last MOT+3,712 miles
PASS
Mileage73,724 miles
Since last MOT+5,477 miles
PASS
Mileage68,247 miles
Since last MOT+7,365 miles
PASS
Mileage60,882 miles
Since last MOT+7,430 miles
PASS
Mileage53,452 miles
Since last MOT+10,090 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,362 miles
Since last MOT+7,968 miles
PASS
Mileage35,394 miles
Since last MOT+10,987 miles
PASS
Mileage24,407 miles
Since last MOT+10,352 miles
PASS
Mileage14,055 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

RegistrationPY54 FAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PY54 FAM

What car is PY54 FAM?

PY54 FAM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.

What is the mileage of PY54 FAM?

The last recorded mileage for PY54 FAM was 102,081 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY54 FAM passed its MOT?

PY54 FAM has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2024.

Is PY54 FAM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 FAM 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 FAM?

PY54 FAM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.