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EF04 NBX

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 92,588 miles on the clock, averaging 3,050 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 EF04 NBX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
92,588
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,050

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading92,588 miles
Reading date
Miles last year586
Average per year3,050
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF04 NBX 34k49k63k78k93k '07'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,588 miles
Since last MOT+586 miles
PASS
Mileage92,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,002 miles
Since last MOT+1,242 miles
PASS
Mileage90,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,760 miles
Since last MOT+1,161 miles
PASS
Mileage89,599 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,595 miles
Since last MOT+1,039 miles
PASS
Mileage88,556 miles
Since last MOT+1,322 miles
PASS
Mileage87,234 miles
Since last MOT+1,062 miles
PASS
Mileage86,172 miles
Since last MOT+1,467 miles
PASS
Mileage84,705 miles
Since last MOT+2,617 miles
PASS
Mileage82,088 miles
Since last MOT+2,569 miles
PASS
Mileage79,519 miles
Since last MOT+3,390 miles
PASS
Mileage76,129 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
PASS
Mileage72,386 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,186 miles
PASS
Mileage68,194 miles
Since last MOT+4,050 miles
PASS
Mileage64,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,326 miles
PASS
Mileage59,818 miles
Since last MOT+5,021 miles
PASS
Mileage54,797 miles
Since last MOT+4,049 miles
PASS
Mileage50,748 miles
Since last MOT+5,465 miles
PASS
Mileage45,283 miles
Since last MOT+5,284 miles
PASS
Mileage39,999 miles
Since last MOT+5,849 miles
PASS
Mileage34,150 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

RegistrationEF04 NBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EF04 NBX

What car is EF04 NBX?

EF04 NBX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF04 NBX?

The last recorded mileage for EF04 NBX was 92,588 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF04 NBX passed its MOT?

EF04 NBX has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2026.

Is EF04 NBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF04 NBX 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 NBX?

EF04 NBX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.