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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 8 (47% pass rate). It has 158,497 miles on the clock, averaging 13,160 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 SM54 UOE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -1,000 |
| Average per year | 13,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SM54 UOE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 UOE
What car is SM54 UOE?
SM54 UOE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 UOE?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 UOE was 158,497 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 UOE passed its MOT?
SM54 UOE has had 15 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (7 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2014.
Is SM54 UOE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 UOE 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 UOE?
SM54 UOE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.