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WF54 JOU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 100,791 miles on the clock, averaging 4,448 miles per year, well 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 WF54 JOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,791
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,448

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading100,791 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,755
Average per year4,448
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF54 JOU 33k50k67k84k101k '07'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,791 miles
Since last MOT+7,755 miles
PASS
Mileage93,036 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage85,862 miles
Since last MOT+8,527 miles
PASS
Mileage77,335 miles
Since last MOT+3,643 miles
PASS
Mileage73,692 miles
Since last MOT+4,496 miles
PASS
Mileage69,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,196 miles
Since last MOT+8,636 miles
PASS
Mileage60,560 miles
Since last MOT+1,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,560 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,371 miles
Since last MOT+1,390 miles
PASS
Mileage58,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,981 miles
Since last MOT+1,018 miles
PASS
Mileage57,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,963 miles
Since last MOT+2,995 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,968 miles
Since last MOT+2,939 miles
PASS
Mileage52,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,966 miles
PASS
Mileage48,063 miles
Since last MOT+6,357 miles
PASS
Mileage41,706 miles
Since last MOT+9,166 miles
PASS
Mileage32,540 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

RegistrationWF54 JOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WF54 JOU

What car is WF54 JOU?

WF54 JOU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WF54 JOU?

The last recorded mileage for WF54 JOU was 100,791 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF54 JOU passed its MOT?

WF54 JOU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2023.

Is WF54 JOU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF54 JOU 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 WF54 JOU?

WF54 JOU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.