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YP54 UEF

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 77,421 miles on the clock, averaging 3,880 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 YP54 UEF

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,421
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,880

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,421 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,421
Average per year3,880
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP54 UEF 42k51k60k68k77k '07'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,421 miles
Since last MOT+1,421 miles
PASS
Mileage76,000 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage73,894 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,893 miles
Since last MOT+3,362 miles
PASS
Mileage70,531 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,528 miles
Since last MOT+3,881 miles
PASS
Mileage66,647 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,151 miles
PASS
Mileage62,495 miles
Since last MOT+2,855 miles
PASS
Mileage59,640 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,639 miles
Since last MOT+6,001 miles
PASS
Mileage53,638 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage47,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,193 miles
Since last MOT+4,578 miles
PASS
Mileage42,615 miles
Since last MOT+1,022 miles
PASS
Mileage41,593 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,593 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

RegistrationYP54 UEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About YP54 UEF

What car is YP54 UEF?

YP54 UEF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.

What is the mileage of YP54 UEF?

The last recorded mileage for YP54 UEF was 77,421 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP54 UEF passed its MOT?

YP54 UEF has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2017.

Is YP54 UEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP54 UEF 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 UEF?

YP54 UEF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.