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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 87,190 miles on the clock, averaging 5,606 miles per year, 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 WV54 BYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,606 |
| 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 | WV54 BYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About WV54 BYF
What car is WV54 BYF?
WV54 BYF is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.
What is the mileage of WV54 BYF?
The last recorded mileage for WV54 BYF was 87,190 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV54 BYF passed its MOT?
WV54 BYF has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2021.
Is WV54 BYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV54 BYF 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 WV54 BYF?
WV54 BYF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.