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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 77,128 miles on the clock, averaging 4,653 miles per year, well 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 DC04 HWP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 774 |
| Average per year | 4,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DC04 HWP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DC04 HWP
What car is DC04 HWP?
DC04 HWP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC04 HWP?
The last recorded mileage for DC04 HWP was 77,128 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC04 HWP passed its MOT?
DC04 HWP has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 17 Dec 2020.
Is DC04 HWP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC04 HWP 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 DC04 HWP?
DC04 HWP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.