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WJ54 ROU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1422cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1422cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 164,731 miles on the clock, averaging 9,646 miles per year, above 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 WJ54 ROU

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,731
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,646

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,731 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,646
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ54 ROU 55k82k110k137k165k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,731 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,366 miles
PASS
Mileage158,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,319 miles
PASS
Mileage151,044 miles
Since last MOT+8,544 miles
PASS
Mileage142,500 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,500 miles
Since last MOT+8,922 miles
PASS
Mileage133,578 miles
Since last MOT+4,154 miles
PASS
Mileage129,424 miles
Since last MOT+5,146 miles
PASS
Mileage124,278 miles
Since last MOT+5,104 miles
PASS
Mileage119,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,174 miles
Since last MOT+6,641 miles
PASS
Mileage112,533 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,530 miles
Since last MOT+9,391 miles
PASS
Mileage103,139 miles
Since last MOT+11,536 miles
PASS
Mileage91,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,603 miles
Since last MOT+20,490 miles
PASS
Mileage71,113 miles
Since last MOT+16,302 miles
PASS
Mileage54,811 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

RegistrationWJ54 ROU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1422cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WJ54 ROU

What car is WJ54 ROU?

WJ54 ROU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WJ54 ROU?

The last recorded mileage for WJ54 ROU was 164,731 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ54 ROU passed its MOT?

WJ54 ROU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2019.

Is WJ54 ROU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ54 ROU 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 WJ54 ROU?

WJ54 ROU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.