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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 72,571 miles on the clock, averaging 3,123 miles per year, well 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 SW54 EBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,571 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,051 |
| Average per year | 3,123 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SW54 EBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 EBV
What car is SW54 EBV?
SW54 EBV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW54 EBV?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 EBV was 72,571 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 EBV passed its MOT?
SW54 EBV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 20 Feb 2025.
Is SW54 EBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 EBV 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 SW54 EBV?
SW54 EBV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.