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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 100,180 miles on the clock, averaging 7,722 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BV04 YVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 100,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,978 |
| Average per year | 7,722 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BV04 YVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BV04 YVB
What car is BV04 YVB?
BV04 YVB is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BV04 YVB?
The last recorded mileage for BV04 YVB was 100,180 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV04 YVB passed its MOT?
BV04 YVB has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2019.
Is BV04 YVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV04 YVB 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 BV04 YVB?
BV04 YVB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.