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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 85,845 miles on the clock, averaging 3,600 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 EF04 HTX
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 | 85,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 726 |
| Average per year | 3,600 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | EF04 HTX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EF04 HTX
What car is EF04 HTX?
EF04 HTX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF04 HTX?
The last recorded mileage for EF04 HTX was 85,845 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF04 HTX passed its MOT?
EF04 HTX has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.
Is EF04 HTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF04 HTX 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 EF04 HTX?
EF04 HTX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.