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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 62,838 miles on the clock, averaging 7,482 miles per year, around 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 YPN
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 62,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,482 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM54 YPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 YPN
What car is SM54 YPN?
SM54 YPN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 YPN?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 YPN was 62,838 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 YPN passed its MOT?
SM54 YPN has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2012.
Is SM54 YPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 YPN 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 YPN?
SM54 YPN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.