The road tax status for KU54 ECX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for KU54 ECX?

The MOT for KU54 ECX is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 January 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of KU54 ECX?

The recorded mileage for KU54 ECX is 186,348 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is KU54 ECX ULEZ compliant?

No, KU54 ECX does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does KU54 ECX have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, KU54 ECX is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · KU54 ECX

KU54 ECX

2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 14 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 186,348 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jan 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2004 · Northampton
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 08 Jan 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 186,348 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

Diesel

Year

2004

Engine

1422cc

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KU54 ECX Key Findings

31 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2025
186,348 miles recorded at latest MOT
13 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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KU54 ECX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 07:37

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31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (KU54 ECX) between October 2007 and January 2025.

The record contains 18 passes and 13 failures.

The most recent test on 09 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 13 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (33 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 52 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 50 15 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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KU54 ECX Mileage History

02/10/200723,055 mi
05/10/200723,117 mi+62 mi
11/09/200827,309 mi+4,192 mi
22/12/200951,201 mi+23,892 mi
27/11/201064,478 mi+13,277 mi
29/11/201064,478 mi
19/12/201187,278 mi+22,800 mi
20/12/201187,278 mi
30/11/201298,186 mi+10,908 mi
30/11/201298,186 mi
07/12/2013110,329 mi+12,143 mi
07/12/2013110,333 mi+4 mi
20/12/2014125,633 mi+15,300 mi
20/12/2014125,633 mi
22/12/2015135,238 mi+9,605 mi
24/12/2015135,244 mi+6 mi
05/11/2016140,503 mi+5,259 mi
05/11/2016140,503 mi
26/10/2017146,944 mi+6,441 mi
27/10/2017146,969 mi+25 mi
29/10/2018152,954 mi+5,985 mi
25/10/2019158,403 mi+5,449 mi
30/10/2020162,277 mi+3,874 mi
05/11/2021163,725 mi+1,448 mi
19/11/2021163,729 mi+4 mi
23/11/2022172,747 mi+9,018 mi
26/11/2022172,747 mi
27/11/2023180,323 mi+7,576 mi
09/12/2023180,327 mi+4 mi
11/12/2024186,312 mi+5,985 mi
09/01/2025186,348 mi+36 mi

Average of roughly 9,454 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.

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Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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