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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 120,384 miles on the clock, averaging 9,102 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GL04 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,787 |
| Average per year | 9,102 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GL04 BVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GL04 BVY
What car is GL04 BVY?
GL04 BVY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL04 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for GL04 BVY was 120,384 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL04 BVY passed its MOT?
GL04 BVY has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2019.
Is GL04 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL04 BVY 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 GL04 BVY?
GL04 BVY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.