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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 106,142 miles on the clock, averaging 8,169 miles per year, around 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 YP54 DCE
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YP54 DCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YP54 DCE
What car is YP54 DCE?
YP54 DCE is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YP54 DCE?
The last recorded mileage for YP54 DCE was 106,142 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP54 DCE passed its MOT?
YP54 DCE has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Dec 2017.
Is YP54 DCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP54 DCE 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 YP54 DCE?
YP54 DCE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.