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 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 274,787 miles on the clock, averaging 17,662 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 BD04 VPN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 274,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,329 |
| Average per year | 17,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | BD04 VPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BD04 VPN
What car is BD04 VPN?
BD04 VPN is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BD04 VPN?
The last recorded mileage for BD04 VPN was 274,787 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD04 VPN passed its MOT?
BD04 VPN has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2014.
Is BD04 VPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD04 VPN 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 BD04 VPN?
BD04 VPN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.