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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 135,580 miles on the clock, averaging 6,963 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AK04 WAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,063 |
| Average per year | 6,963 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | AK04 WAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AK04 WAE
What car is AK04 WAE?
AK04 WAE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AK04 WAE?
The last recorded mileage for AK04 WAE was 135,580 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK04 WAE passed its MOT?
AK04 WAE has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2024.
Is AK04 WAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK04 WAE 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 AK04 WAE?
AK04 WAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.