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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 131,605 miles on the clock, averaging 6,254 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 EF04 NBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,212 |
| Average per year | 6,254 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF04 NBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EF04 NBZ
What car is EF04 NBZ?
EF04 NBZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF04 NBZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF04 NBZ was 131,605 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF04 NBZ passed its MOT?
EF04 NBZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2024.
Is EF04 NBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF04 NBZ 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 NBZ?
EF04 NBZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.