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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 96,860 miles on the clock, averaging 3,922 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 EG04 RYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,570 |
| Average per year | 3,922 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | EG04 RYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EG04 RYY
What car is EG04 RYY?
EG04 RYY is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EG04 RYY?
The last recorded mileage for EG04 RYY was 96,860 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG04 RYY passed its MOT?
EG04 RYY has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 27 Mar 2024.
Is EG04 RYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG04 RYY 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 EG04 RYY?
EG04 RYY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.