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BG04 AUJ

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 73,479 miles on the clock, averaging 3,114 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 BG04 AUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,479
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,114

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,479 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,810
Average per year3,114
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BG04 AUJ 33k43k53k63k73k '08'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,479 miles
Since last MOT+3,810 miles
PASS
Mileage69,669 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,669 miles
Since last MOT+1,980 miles
PASS
Mileage67,689 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,688 miles
Since last MOT+2,949 miles
PASS
Mileage64,739 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,739 miles
Since last MOT+3,527 miles
PASS
Mileage61,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,212 miles
Since last MOT+3,047 miles
PASS
Mileage58,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,165 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage54,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,907 miles
Since last MOT+3,772 miles
PASS
Mileage51,135 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,070 miles
Since last MOT+3,844 miles
PASS
Mileage47,226 miles
Since last MOT+4,078 miles
PASS
Mileage43,148 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage40,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,713 miles
PASS
Mileage37,299 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage34,428 miles
Since last MOT+1,737 miles
PASS
Mileage32,691 miles

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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

RegistrationBG04 AUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About BG04 AUJ

What car is BG04 AUJ?

BG04 AUJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BG04 AUJ?

The last recorded mileage for BG04 AUJ was 73,479 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG04 AUJ passed its MOT?

BG04 AUJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2021.

Is BG04 AUJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 AUJ 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 BG04 AUJ?

BG04 AUJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.