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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 73,558 miles on the clock, averaging 3,049 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AJ51 KEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AJ51 KEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AJ51 KEY
What car is AJ51 KEY?
AJ51 KEY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AJ51 KEY?
The last recorded mileage for AJ51 KEY was 73,558 miles, recorded on 25 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ51 KEY passed its MOT?
AJ51 KEY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2023.
Is AJ51 KEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 KEY 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 AJ51 KEY?
AJ51 KEY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.