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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 84,212 miles on the clock, averaging 4,773 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 SY54 XAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,212 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 29 |
| Average per year | 4,773 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SY54 XAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SY54 XAE
What car is SY54 XAE?
SY54 XAE is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SY54 XAE?
The last recorded mileage for SY54 XAE was 84,212 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY54 XAE passed its MOT?
SY54 XAE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2020.
Is SY54 XAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY54 XAE 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 SY54 XAE?
SY54 XAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.