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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 13 (59% pass rate). It has 221,474 miles on the clock, averaging 10,640 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 RY54 EAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,640 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 EAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EAX
What car is RY54 EAX?
RY54 EAX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RY54 EAX?
The last recorded mileage for RY54 EAX was 221,474 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY54 EAX passed its MOT?
RY54 EAX has had 32 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (19 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2026.
Is RY54 EAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY54 EAX 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 EAX?
RY54 EAX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.