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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 20,772 miles on the clock, averaging 893 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 RN54 LHC
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 20,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 179 |
| Average per year | 893 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RN54 LHC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 LHC
What car is RN54 LHC?
RN54 LHC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 LHC?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 LHC was 20,772 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 LHC passed its MOT?
RN54 LHC has had 19 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (19 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is RN54 LHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 LHC 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 RN54 LHC?
RN54 LHC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.