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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 108,419 miles on the clock, averaging 6,669 miles per year, below 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 SY54 XJC
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
Below average| Latest reading | 108,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 6,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SY54 XJC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SY54 XJC
What car is SY54 XJC?
SY54 XJC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SY54 XJC?
The last recorded mileage for SY54 XJC was 108,419 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY54 XJC passed its MOT?
SY54 XJC has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2021.
Is SY54 XJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY54 XJC 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 XJC?
SY54 XJC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.