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YR54 PHU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 179,417 miles on the clock, averaging 13,168 miles per year, above 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 PHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,417
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
13,168

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 reading179,417 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR54 PHU 23k62k101k140k179k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,417 miles
Since last MOT+11,607 miles
PASS
Mileage167,810 miles
Since last MOT+3,209 miles
PASS
Mileage164,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,601 miles
Since last MOT+4,186 miles
PASS
Mileage160,415 miles
Since last MOT+11,848 miles
PASS
Mileage148,567 miles
Since last MOT+21,308 miles
PASS
Mileage127,259 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,257 miles
Since last MOT+22,027 miles
PASS
Mileage105,230 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,256 miles
Since last MOT+17,607 miles
PASS
Mileage87,649 miles
Since last MOT+15,878 miles
PASS
Mileage71,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,771 miles
Since last MOT+12,358 miles
PASS
Mileage59,413 miles
Since last MOT+9,516 miles
PASS
Mileage49,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,897 miles
Since last MOT+11,235 miles
PASS
Mileage38,662 miles
Since last MOT+16,028 miles
PASS
Mileage22,634 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 PHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About YR54 PHU

What car is YR54 PHU?

YR54 PHU is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.

What is the mileage of YR54 PHU?

The last recorded mileage for YR54 PHU was 179,417 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR54 PHU passed its MOT?

YR54 PHU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2019.

Is YR54 PHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 PHU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YR54 PHU?

YR54 PHU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.