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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 86,622 miles on the clock, averaging 7,381 miles per year, 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 EG04 XZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EG04 XZE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EG04 XZE
What car is EG04 XZE?
EG04 XZE is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EG04 XZE?
The last recorded mileage for EG04 XZE was 86,622 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG04 XZE passed its MOT?
EG04 XZE has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2017.
Is EG04 XZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG04 XZE 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 XZE?
EG04 XZE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.