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SP54 LBZ

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 135,541 miles on the clock, averaging 9,488 miles per year, above 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 SP54 LBZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,541
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,488

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading135,541 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,877
Average per year9,488
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP54 LBZ 55k75k95k115k136k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,541 miles
Since last MOT+6,877 miles
PASS
Mileage128,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,664 miles
Since last MOT+2,305 miles
PASS
Mileage126,359 miles
Since last MOT+8,149 miles
PASS
Mileage118,210 miles
Since last MOT+6,579 miles
PASS
Mileage111,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,631 miles
Since last MOT+9,833 miles
PASS
Mileage101,798 miles
Since last MOT+12,026 miles
PASS
Mileage89,772 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,771 miles
Since last MOT+10,395 miles
PASS
Mileage79,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,376 miles
Since last MOT+24,852 miles
PASS
Mileage54,524 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

RegistrationSP54 LBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SP54 LBZ

What car is SP54 LBZ?

SP54 LBZ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.

What is the mileage of SP54 LBZ?

The last recorded mileage for SP54 LBZ was 135,541 miles, recorded on 9 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP54 LBZ passed its MOT?

SP54 LBZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2016.

Is SP54 LBZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP54 LBZ 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 SP54 LBZ?

SP54 LBZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.