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 Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 246,587 miles on the clock, averaging 14,827 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RA54 VEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 246,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 14,827 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA54 VEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RA54 VEX
What car is RA54 VEX?
RA54 VEX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RA54 VEX?
The last recorded mileage for RA54 VEX was 246,587 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA54 VEX passed its MOT?
RA54 VEX has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2018.
Is RA54 VEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA54 VEX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA54 VEX?
RA54 VEX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.