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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 114,981 miles on the clock, averaging 5,236 miles per year, below 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 FG04 RVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,310 |
| Average per year | 5,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FG04 RVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FG04 RVU
What car is FG04 RVU?
FG04 RVU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FG04 RVU?
The last recorded mileage for FG04 RVU was 114,981 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG04 RVU passed its MOT?
FG04 RVU has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2025.
Is FG04 RVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG04 RVU 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 FG04 RVU?
FG04 RVU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.