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EA04 PZH

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 139,989 miles on the clock, averaging 6,538 miles per year, 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 EA04 PZH

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,989
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,538

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading139,989 miles
Reading date
Miles last year616
Average per year6,538
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA04 PZH 53k74k96k118k140k '07'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,989 miles
Since last MOT+616 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,373 miles
Since last MOT+2,295 miles
PASS
Mileage137,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,078 miles
Since last MOT+1,752 miles
PASS
Mileage135,326 miles
Since last MOT+3,092 miles
PASS
Mileage132,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,234 miles
Since last MOT+3,878 miles
PASS
Mileage128,356 miles
Since last MOT+3,133 miles
PASS
Mileage125,223 miles
Since last MOT+2,826 miles
PASS
Mileage122,397 miles
Since last MOT+2,398 miles
PASS
Mileage119,999 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,986 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
PASS
Mileage115,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,410 miles
Since last MOT+8,921 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,489 miles
Since last MOT+12,667 miles
PASS
Mileage93,822 miles
Since last MOT+9,238 miles
PASS
Mileage84,584 miles
Since last MOT+15,466 miles
PASS
Mileage69,118 miles
Since last MOT+16,608 miles
PASS
Mileage52,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,510 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

RegistrationEA04 PZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EA04 PZH

What car is EA04 PZH?

EA04 PZH is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EA04 PZH?

The last recorded mileage for EA04 PZH was 139,989 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA04 PZH passed its MOT?

EA04 PZH has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.

Is EA04 PZH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA04 PZH 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 EA04 PZH?

EA04 PZH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.