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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 139,079 miles on the clock, averaging 8,490 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 BW04 DHG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,079 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,584 |
| Average per year | 8,490 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BW04 DHG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BW04 DHG
What car is BW04 DHG?
BW04 DHG is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BW04 DHG?
The last recorded mileage for BW04 DHG was 139,079 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW04 DHG passed its MOT?
BW04 DHG has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2021.
Is BW04 DHG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW04 DHG 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 BW04 DHG?
BW04 DHG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.