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 1200cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 98,092 miles on the clock, averaging 8,662 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SH54 VAD
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
About average| Latest reading | 98,092 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SH54 VAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SH54 VAD
What car is SH54 VAD?
SH54 VAD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SH54 VAD?
The last recorded mileage for SH54 VAD was 98,092 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH54 VAD passed its MOT?
SH54 VAD has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2016.
Is SH54 VAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH54 VAD 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 SH54 VAD?
SH54 VAD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.