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EA04 UKL

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 91,534 miles on the clock, averaging 3,770 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 EA04 UKL

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,534
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,770

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,534 miles
Reading date
Miles last year695
Average per year3,770
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA04 UKL 20k38k56k74k92k '07'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage91,534 miles
Since last MOT+695 miles
PASS
Mileage90,839 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,839 miles
Since last MOT+789 miles
PASS
Mileage90,050 miles
Since last MOT+648 miles
PASS
Mileage89,402 miles
Since last MOT+883 miles
PASS
Mileage88,519 miles
Since last MOT+950 miles
PASS
Mileage87,569 miles
Since last MOT+841 miles
PASS
Mileage86,728 miles
Since last MOT+2,154 miles
PASS
Mileage84,574 miles
Since last MOT+2,199 miles
PASS
Mileage82,375 miles
Since last MOT+25,541 miles
PASS
Mileage56,834 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,043 miles
Since last MOT+3,385 miles
PASS
Mileage75,658 miles
Since last MOT+4,229 miles
PASS
Mileage71,429 miles
Since last MOT+6,889 miles
PASS
Mileage64,540 miles
Since last MOT+6,383 miles
PASS
Mileage58,157 miles
Since last MOT+6,906 miles
PASS
Mileage51,251 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,251 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
PASS
Mileage45,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,666 miles
PASS
Mileage38,699 miles
Since last MOT+7,291 miles
PASS
Mileage31,408 miles
Since last MOT+5,699 miles
PASS
Mileage25,709 miles
Since last MOT+5,698 miles
PASS
Mileage20,011 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 UKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EA04 UKL

What car is EA04 UKL?

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

What is the mileage of EA04 UKL?

The last recorded mileage for EA04 UKL was 91,534 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA04 UKL passed its MOT?

EA04 UKL has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 30 Mar 2026.

Is EA04 UKL ULEZ compliant?

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

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