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 Petrol 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 118,938 miles on the clock, averaging 4,745 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 EAC
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 | 118,938 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,133 |
| Average per year | 4,745 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 EAC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RY54 EAC
What car is RY54 EAC?
RY54 EAC is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RY54 EAC?
The last recorded mileage for RY54 EAC was 118,938 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY54 EAC passed its MOT?
RY54 EAC has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is RY54 EAC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY54 EAC 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 RY54 EAC?
RY54 EAC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.