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RA54 JUJ

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 26,629 miles on the clock, averaging 1,280 miles per year, well 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 RA54 JUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
26,629
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,280

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading26,629 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year1,280
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA54 JUJ 9k13k18k22k27k '07'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage26,629 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,625 miles
Since last MOT+436 miles
PASS
Mileage26,189 miles
Since last MOT+1,000 miles
PASS
Mileage25,189 miles
Since last MOT+845 miles
PASS
Mileage24,344 miles
Since last MOT+889 miles
PASS
Mileage23,455 miles
Since last MOT+476 miles
PASS
Mileage22,979 miles
Since last MOT+385 miles
PASS
Mileage22,594 miles
Since last MOT+734 miles
PASS
Mileage21,860 miles
Since last MOT+1,144 miles
PASS
Mileage20,716 miles
Since last MOT+1,603 miles
PASS
Mileage19,113 miles
Since last MOT+1,714 miles
PASS
Mileage17,399 miles
Since last MOT+1,833 miles
PASS
Mileage15,566 miles
Since last MOT+1,735 miles
PASS
Mileage13,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,831 miles
Since last MOT+2,010 miles
PASS
Mileage11,821 miles
Since last MOT+2,884 miles
PASS
Mileage8,937 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

RegistrationRA54 JUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About RA54 JUJ

What car is RA54 JUJ?

RA54 JUJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RA54 JUJ?

The last recorded mileage for RA54 JUJ was 26,629 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA54 JUJ passed its MOT?

RA54 JUJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2021.

Is RA54 JUJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA54 JUJ 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 RA54 JUJ?

RA54 JUJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.