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 Diesel has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 181,353 miles on the clock, averaging 14,886 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 AF04 SBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,515 |
| Average per year | 14,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | AF04 SBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AF04 SBY
What car is AF04 SBY?
AF04 SBY is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel. First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AF04 SBY?
The last recorded mileage for AF04 SBY was 181,353 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF04 SBY passed its MOT?
AF04 SBY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2017.
Is AF04 SBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF04 SBY 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 AF04 SBY?
AF04 SBY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.