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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 16 (52% pass rate). It has 121,194 miles on the clock, averaging 5,269 miles per year, 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 YNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,194 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 5,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 YNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YNL
What car is SM54 YNL?
SM54 YNL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 YNL?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 YNL was 121,194 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 YNL passed its MOT?
SM54 YNL has had 33 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (17 passes, 16 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2023.
Is SM54 YNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 YNL 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 YNL?
SM54 YNL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.