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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 95,714 miles on the clock, averaging 6,720 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 YR54 AYJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,714 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YR54 AYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YR54 AYJ
What car is YR54 AYJ?
YR54 AYJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YR54 AYJ?
The last recorded mileage for YR54 AYJ was 95,714 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR54 AYJ passed its MOT?
YR54 AYJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2018.
Is YR54 AYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 AYJ 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 YR54 AYJ?
YR54 AYJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.