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SC54 RYA

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 122,149 miles on the clock, averaging 6,314 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SC54 RYA

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,149
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,314

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading122,149 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,314
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC54 RYA 29k52k75k99k122k '08'22'15

Check SC54 RYA

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,149 miles
Since last MOT+8,867 miles
PASS
Mileage113,282 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
PASS
Mileage113,007 miles
Since last MOT+518 miles
PASS
Mileage112,489 miles
Since last MOT+2,976 miles
PASS
Mileage109,513 miles
Since last MOT+6,155 miles
PASS
Mileage103,358 miles
Since last MOT+9,542 miles
PASS
Mileage93,816 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,800 miles
Since last MOT+8,678 miles
PASS
Mileage85,122 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,087 miles
Since last MOT+9,630 miles
PASS
Mileage75,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,548 miles
PASS
Mileage73,909 miles
Since last MOT+3,239 miles
PASS
Mileage70,670 miles
Since last MOT+3,577 miles
PASS
Mileage67,093 miles
Since last MOT+17,220 miles
PASS
Mileage49,873 miles
Since last MOT+9,572 miles
PASS
Mileage40,301 miles
Since last MOT+11,496 miles
PASS
Mileage28,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,805 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 RYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SC54 RYA

What car is SC54 RYA?

SC54 RYA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SC54 RYA?

The last recorded mileage for SC54 RYA was 122,149 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC54 RYA passed its MOT?

SC54 RYA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2022.

Is SC54 RYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC54 RYA 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 SC54 RYA?

SC54 RYA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.