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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 55,001 miles on the clock, averaging 4,392 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 RY54 DPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,356 |
| Average per year | 4,392 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RY54 DPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RY54 DPZ
What car is RY54 DPZ?
RY54 DPZ is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RY54 DPZ?
The last recorded mileage for RY54 DPZ was 55,001 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY54 DPZ passed its MOT?
RY54 DPZ has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2014.
Is RY54 DPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY54 DPZ 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 RY54 DPZ?
RY54 DPZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.