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SM54 KJY

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 45,001 miles on the clock, averaging 1,761 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 SM54 KJY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
45,001
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
1,761

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading45,001 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,761
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM54 KJY 12k20k28k37k45k '07'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage45,001 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,999 miles
Since last MOT+1,229 miles
PASS
Mileage43,770 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,768 miles
Since last MOT+657 miles
PASS
Mileage43,111 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage41,573 miles
Since last MOT+2,064 miles
PASS
Mileage39,509 miles
Since last MOT+2,244 miles
PASS
Mileage37,265 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage36,033 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,030 miles
Since last MOT+1,360 miles
PASS
Mileage34,670 miles
Since last MOT+1,434 miles
PASS
Mileage33,236 miles
Since last MOT+1,460 miles
PASS
Mileage31,776 miles
Since last MOT+1,773 miles
PASS
Mileage30,003 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,000 miles
Since last MOT+1,642 miles
PASS
Mileage28,358 miles
Since last MOT+1,845 miles
PASS
Mileage26,513 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,511 miles
Since last MOT+1,492 miles
PASS
Mileage25,019 miles
Since last MOT+1,082 miles
PASS
Mileage23,937 miles
Since last MOT+2,076 miles
PASS
Mileage21,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,631 miles
PASS
Mileage20,230 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,229 miles
Since last MOT+3,807 miles
PASS
Mileage16,422 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,413 miles
Since last MOT+4,456 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,957 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 KJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SM54 KJY

What car is SM54 KJY?

SM54 KJY is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.

What is the mileage of SM54 KJY?

The last recorded mileage for SM54 KJY was 45,001 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM54 KJY passed its MOT?

SM54 KJY has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2026.

Is SM54 KJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 KJY 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 SM54 KJY?

SM54 KJY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.