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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 96,764 miles on the clock, averaging 7,444 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 SW54 HLE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,455 |
| Average per year | 7,444 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SW54 HLE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 HLE
What car is SW54 HLE?
SW54 HLE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW54 HLE?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 HLE was 96,764 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 HLE passed its MOT?
SW54 HLE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 6 Dec 2018.
Is SW54 HLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 HLE 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 HLE?
SW54 HLE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.