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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 161,315 miles on the clock, averaging 9,833 miles per year, above 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 LWR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,315 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,280 |
| Average per year | 9,833 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 LWR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PY54 LWR
What car is PY54 LWR?
PY54 LWR is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY54 LWR?
The last recorded mileage for PY54 LWR was 161,315 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY54 LWR passed its MOT?
PY54 LWR has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2019.
Is PY54 LWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 LWR 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 LWR?
PY54 LWR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.