2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.9L Diesel · WN54 YWO
2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.9L, diesel). First registered 11 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 137,659 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,659 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN54 YWO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 137,659 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN54 YWO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (WN54 YWO) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
WN54 YWO Mileage History
- 23/07/2024139,197 mi
- 23/07/2024139,197 mi
- 23/07/2025136,190 mi-3,007 mi
- 23/07/2025136,199 mi+9 mi
- 14/07/2026137,659 mi+1,460 mi
Average of roughly -779 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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