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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 139,264 miles on the clock, averaging 8,381 miles per year, around 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 FPA
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,264 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 FPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 FPA
What car is ET04 FPA?
ET04 FPA is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET04 FPA?
The last recorded mileage for ET04 FPA was 139,264 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET04 FPA passed its MOT?
ET04 FPA has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2019.
Is ET04 FPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET04 FPA 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 FPA?
ET04 FPA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.