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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 124,796 miles on the clock, averaging 5,586 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 BA04 DBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,796 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BA04 DBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BA04 DBY
What car is BA04 DBY?
BA04 DBY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BA04 DBY?
The last recorded mileage for BA04 DBY was 124,796 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA04 DBY passed its MOT?
BA04 DBY has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is BA04 DBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA04 DBY 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 BA04 DBY?
BA04 DBY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.