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 Diesel 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 180,350 miles on the clock, averaging 24,154 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 YYK
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 24,154 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 YYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 YYK
What car is SM54 YYK?
SM54 YYK is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 YYK?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 YYK was 180,350 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 YYK passed its MOT?
SM54 YYK has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2014.
Is SM54 YYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 YYK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM54 YYK?
SM54 YYK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.