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FP04 RBY

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 65,075 miles on the clock, averaging 3,053 miles per year, well 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 FP04 RBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,075
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
86%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,053

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,075 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,987
Average per year3,053
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP04 RBY 13k26k39k52k65k '07'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,075 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage62,088 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,087 miles
Since last MOT+4,202 miles
PASS
Mileage57,885 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,885 miles
Since last MOT+4,559 miles
PASS
Mileage53,326 miles
Since last MOT+2,692 miles
PASS
Mileage50,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,180 miles
PASS
Mileage48,454 miles
Since last MOT+1,723 miles
PASS
Mileage46,731 miles
Since last MOT+1,479 miles
PASS
Mileage45,252 miles
Since last MOT+1,334 miles
PASS
Mileage43,918 miles
Since last MOT+1,740 miles
PASS
Mileage42,178 miles
Since last MOT+1,566 miles
PASS
Mileage40,612 miles
Since last MOT+2,303 miles
PASS
Mileage38,309 miles
Since last MOT+2,162 miles
PASS
Mileage36,147 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,112 miles
Since last MOT+4,678 miles
PASS
Mileage31,434 miles
Since last MOT+3,418 miles
PASS
Mileage28,016 miles
Since last MOT+5,542 miles
PASS
Mileage22,474 miles
Since last MOT+4,886 miles
PASS
Mileage17,588 miles
Since last MOT+4,935 miles
PASS
Mileage12,653 miles

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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

RegistrationFP04 RBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FP04 RBY

What car is FP04 RBY?

FP04 RBY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FP04 RBY?

The last recorded mileage for FP04 RBY was 65,075 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP04 RBY passed its MOT?

FP04 RBY has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2024.

Is FP04 RBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP04 RBY 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 FP04 RBY?

FP04 RBY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.