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 Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 185,408 miles on the clock, averaging 10,879 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for ET04 FOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,672 |
| Average per year | 10,879 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | ET04 FOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About ET04 FOV
What car is ET04 FOV?
ET04 FOV is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET04 FOV?
The last recorded mileage for ET04 FOV was 185,408 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET04 FOV passed its MOT?
ET04 FOV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 Oct 2020.
Is ET04 FOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET04 FOV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ET04 FOV?
ET04 FOV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.