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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 116,734 miles on the clock, averaging 6,416 miles per year, 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 SB54 HMU
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
Below average| Latest reading | 116,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SB54 HMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SB54 HMU
What car is SB54 HMU?
SB54 HMU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SB54 HMU?
The last recorded mileage for SB54 HMU was 116,734 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB54 HMU passed its MOT?
SB54 HMU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2021.
Is SB54 HMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB54 HMU 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 SB54 HMU?
SB54 HMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.