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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 158,818 miles on the clock, averaging 8,268 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 FM04 RVC
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
About average| Latest reading | 158,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | FM04 RVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FM04 RVC
What car is FM04 RVC?
FM04 RVC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM04 RVC?
The last recorded mileage for FM04 RVC was 158,818 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM04 RVC passed its MOT?
FM04 RVC has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2024.
Is FM04 RVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM04 RVC 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 FM04 RVC?
FM04 RVC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.