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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 66,525 miles on the clock, averaging 2,905 miles per year, well 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 WAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,905 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 WAU |
| 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 WAU
What car is AK04 WAU?
AK04 WAU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AK04 WAU?
The last recorded mileage for AK04 WAU was 66,525 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK04 WAU passed its MOT?
AK04 WAU has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.
Is AK04 WAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK04 WAU 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 WAU?
AK04 WAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.