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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 154,508 miles on the clock, averaging 9,929 miles per year, above 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 ET04 PLN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,508 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 279 |
| Average per year | 9,929 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET04 PLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About ET04 PLN
What car is ET04 PLN?
ET04 PLN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET04 PLN?
The last recorded mileage for ET04 PLN was 154,508 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET04 PLN passed its MOT?
ET04 PLN has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2018.
Is ET04 PLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET04 PLN 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 ET04 PLN?
ET04 PLN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.