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PY54 GWA

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 54,994 miles on the clock, averaging 2,068 miles per year, well 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 PY54 GWA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
54,994
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,068

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading54,994 miles
Reading date
Miles last year415
Average per year2,068
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY54 GWA 17k27k36k46k55k '07'26'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,994 miles
Since last MOT+415 miles
PASS
Mileage54,579 miles
Since last MOT+639 miles
PASS
Mileage53,940 miles
Since last MOT+742 miles
PASS
Mileage53,198 miles
Since last MOT+868 miles
PASS
Mileage52,330 miles
Since last MOT+753 miles
PASS
Mileage51,577 miles
Since last MOT+880 miles
PASS
Mileage50,697 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,697 miles
Since last MOT+820 miles
PASS
Mileage49,877 miles
Since last MOT+1,796 miles
PASS
Mileage48,081 miles
Since last MOT+1,646 miles
PASS
Mileage46,435 miles
Since last MOT+1,882 miles
PASS
Mileage44,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,553 miles
Since last MOT+2,620 miles
PASS
Mileage41,933 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,928 miles
Since last MOT+3,001 miles
PASS
Mileage38,927 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage34,667 miles
Since last MOT+3,700 miles
PASS
Mileage30,967 miles
Since last MOT+2,504 miles
PASS
Mileage28,463 miles
Since last MOT+5,386 miles
PASS
Mileage23,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,077 miles
Since last MOT+5,789 miles
PASS
Mileage17,288 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY54 GWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PY54 GWA

What car is PY54 GWA?

PY54 GWA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PY54 GWA?

The last recorded mileage for PY54 GWA was 54,994 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY54 GWA passed its MOT?

PY54 GWA has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.

Is PY54 GWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 GWA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, 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 GWA?

PY54 GWA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.