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SM54 WUA

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 87,765 miles on the clock, averaging 3,146 miles per year, well 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 SM54 WUA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
87,765
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
3,146

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,765 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,146
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM54 WUA 29k44k58k73k88k '07'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,765 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,763 miles
Since last MOT+1,493 miles
PASS
Mileage86,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,270 miles
Since last MOT+2,453 miles
PASS
Mileage83,817 miles
Since last MOT+3,944 miles
PASS
Mileage79,873 miles
Since last MOT+3,141 miles
PASS
Mileage76,732 miles
Since last MOT+589 miles
PASS
Mileage76,143 miles
Since last MOT+1,276 miles
PASS
Mileage74,867 miles
Since last MOT+462 miles
PASS
Mileage74,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,405 miles
Since last MOT+369 miles
PASS
Mileage74,036 miles
Since last MOT+762 miles
PASS
Mileage73,274 miles
Since last MOT+2,816 miles
PASS
Mileage70,458 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,458 miles
Since last MOT+10,563 miles
PASS
Mileage59,895 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,894 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage59,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,874 miles
Since last MOT+4,086 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,788 miles
Since last MOT+2,301 miles
PASS
Mileage53,487 miles
Since last MOT+1,323 miles
PASS
Mileage52,164 miles
Since last MOT+3,130 miles
PASS
Mileage49,034 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,034 miles
Since last MOT+12,902 miles
PASS
Mileage36,132 miles
Since last MOT+6,996 miles
PASS
Mileage29,136 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

RegistrationSM54 WUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SM54 WUA

What car is SM54 WUA?

SM54 WUA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.

What is the mileage of SM54 WUA?

The last recorded mileage for SM54 WUA was 87,765 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM54 WUA passed its MOT?

SM54 WUA has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.

Is SM54 WUA ULEZ compliant?

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

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