Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 72,058 miles on the clock, averaging 2,830 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 EO04 YAU
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 | 72,058 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 2,830 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EO04 YAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EO04 YAU
What car is EO04 YAU?
EO04 YAU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EO04 YAU?
The last recorded mileage for EO04 YAU was 72,058 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO04 YAU passed its MOT?
EO04 YAU has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2025.
Is EO04 YAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO04 YAU 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 EO04 YAU?
EO04 YAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.